About KWC and Owensboro
Kentucky Wesleyan College is a 153-year old liberal arts college located in Owensboro, Kentucky, a city on the Ohio River. We are a leader in liberal arts and professional education with a long-standing reputation for quality and academic excellence. Currently serving approximately 800 students, KWC provides a challenging and supportive academic experience, a positive work environment, a stimulating culture and a competitive athletics program.
The college is approved by the University Senate of the General Board of Higher Education & Ministry as a United Methodist-related academic institution.
Money Magazine recently ranked Owensboro as one of the best places to live in the small cities category. Well-located, Owensboro is small enough to promote a hometown atmosphere yet large enough to support many amenities usually available in much larger cities.
Owensboro is known for warm hospitality, great museums and a world-class performing arts center. The city hosts over 20 exciting festivals throughout the year, including the International Bar-B-Q Festival.
Owensboro is just 40 minutes east of Evansville, Indiana, two hours north of Nashville, Tennessee, two hours west of Louisville, Kentucky, and four hours east of St. Louis, Missouri. Daviess County is home to 94,000 residents.
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Faculty Positions
VISITING PROFESSOR COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS
Kentucky Wesleyan College is seeking to fill a visiting faculty position in Computer Information Systems beginning August 2013. Applicants should be committed to excellence in undergraduate teaching. Additional duties include advising students, participation in the development and implementation of departmental objectives and serving on committees.
To be considered, an applicant must possess a Master's Degree or Ph.D. in Computer Information Systems or a closely related field. The position may be renewable for qualified applicants.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a detailed vitae listing qualifications and experience, transcripts, and names and contact information of references to Dr. Linda Keller (lkeller@kwc.edu). Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
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Visiting Assistant Professor: Organismal Biology/Zoology
Responsibilities
· Develop the zoology major to its full potential
· Teach a variety of courses to Zoology and Biology majors ismalincluding but not limited to: General Biology, Ecology, and other courses appropriate to the major at the upper level based on the applicants’ expertise
· Encourage and oversee relevant faculty-student research
· Advise students
· Contribute your professional expertise to the college and larger external community
Qualifications
· Ph.D. in Biology or Zoology, post-doctoral experience preferred, ABD’s will be considered
· A commitment to undergraduate teaching and involving undergraduates in research
· Drive and desire to develop a strong, high quality program in Zoology
· Ability to work collaboratively
Position has Visiting status for Academic Year 2013-14 but there is potential of becoming a permanent position.
Additional information about KWC, the Biology Department, and the Owensboro Community may be found at:
http://www.kwc.edu
http://www.kwc.edu/page.php?page=191 (Biology and zoology)
http://www.owensboro.org/
http://edc.owensboro.com/
http://www.owensboromls.com/
Please submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts (unofficial acceptable for initial application), and names and contact information for references to: Dr. Evelyn Hiatt, Chair of Biology, Kentucky Wesleyan College, 3000 Frederica Street, Owensboro, KY 42301 or ehiatt@kwc.edu.
Kentucky Wesleyan College is an equal opportunity employer.
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Visiting Assistant Professor: Exercise Science
Kentucky Wesleyan College is seeking a dynamic, energetic assistant professor to teach within our Exercise Science Major. We are looking for someone who is dedicated to creative teaching and student engagement. This is a one year position, with the possibility of continuation and becoming tenure-track. (www.kwc.edu/khp)
Teaching load is four courses each semester within our three programs of study - Exercise Science, Fitness and Sports Management, and P-12 Teacher Certification. Courses to be taught include Exercise Science, Exercise Assessment and Prescription, Facilitating Behavior Change, Physical Activity Programming, Advanced Exercise Physiology, Nutrition for Health and Human Performance, Health Topics, Fitness and Wellness, and overseeing practicums.
A minimum of a MS in Exercise Science is required (ABD or Ph.D. preferred). Preference will be given to candidates who also possess ACSM certification and/or relevant practical experience.
Applicants should submit a letter of application summarizing interest in and qualifications for the position, current curriculum vita; copies of all transcripts; and the names, titles, and full contact information of three references. Please submit application materials to Dr. Linda Keller, Director of Human Resources, Kentucky Wesleyan College (llkeller@kwc.edu).
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Kentucky Wesleyan College is an equal opportunity employer.
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Administrative Staff Positions
Thank you for your interest in employment at Kentucky Wesleyan College. We currently have no administrative staff vacancies. Please check back for future opportunities.
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Support Staff Positions
Thank you for your interest in employment at Kentucky Wesleyan College. We currently have no support staff vacancies. Please check back for future opportunities.
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Kentucky Wesleyan College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Kentucky Wesleyan College does not discriminate on the base of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities.
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Cindra Stiff
Vice President of Finance
Room 108A, Barnard-Jones Administration Building
Kentucky Wesleyan College
3000 Frederica Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
270-852-3113
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Dr. Leah Hoover
Associate Dean of the College
Kentucky Wesleyan College
Admin 109A
3000 Frederica Street
Owensboro, KY 42301
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