Job Opportunities

LANGUAGES, LITERATURES AND CULTURES
Spanish - Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish in Peninsular Literature, one-year appointment beginning August 2008. Area of specialization: drama and/or poetry. Native/near native fluency required. Ph.D. preferred. We seek a dynamic teacher-scholar with the ability to teach language courses at all levels, interest/experience in multi-media pedagogy, and a strong commitment to teaching excellence at a small liberal arts college that values interdisciplinary learning. Salary based on qualifications and experience. To apply, send letter of interest, c.v., and three letters of recommendation to: Dr. Joan Marx, Chair, Dept. of Languages, Literatures, & Cultures, Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA 18104. E.O.E.

PLANT OPERATIONS
Custodian - Part-time job, 8 hours Saturdays, 8 hours Sundays during College academic year. Cleaning dorms, office space, showers, restrooms, and high traffic floor areas. Floor care experience helpful. Apply to: Muhlenberg College, Human Resources Office, Job # 808, 2400 Chew Street, Allentown, PA 18104. EOE.

Lead Groundskeeper, Full-time. $17-18 per hour. Ability to direct, coordinate and schedule work of grounds crew. Horticultural background with experience in all phases of grounds maintenance including knowledge of proper safety procedures. High School diploma or equivalent required including good oral and written communication skills. One year supervisory experience desired. Valid driver’s license required. Send resume or apply in person to Muhlenberg College, Human Resources Office, Job # 815, 2400 Chew Street, Allentown, PA 18104. EOE. Click here for for job description.

PUBLIC RELATIONS
Sports Information Intern - Muhlenberg College seeks applicants for the full-time position of Sports Information Intern for the 2008-09 school year. This is a 10-month position starting August 1, 2008 and ending May 31, 2009.

The intern will assist the Sports Information Director with publicity efforts for the College’s 22-sport Division III varsity intercollegiate program. Primary responsibilities will include: designing and writing brochures, game programs and newsletters; updating the College Web site; reporting results to local and regional media; assisting with game day operations and compiling team statistics and records. Bachelor’s degree, strong writing and communication skills and a solid understanding of sports and sports statistics are required. Also required is a willingness to work nights and weekends. Previous experience in sports information and knowledge of desktop publishing and HTML are preferred.

The intern will be paid $7.90 per hour (expected gross earnings are approximately $1,365 per month.) based on timesheets submitted bi-weekly, and will be eligible to health insurance benefits. Valid US work authorization required. To apply, send a resume, writing samples and the names and phone numbers of at least three references to: Mike Falk, Sports Information Director, Muhlenberg College, 2400 Chew Street, Allentown, PA 18104

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please feel free to call 484-664-3232 or e-mail falk@muhlenberg.edu. E.O.E.

SOCIOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY
Adjunct Faculty – The Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Muhlenberg College has an adjunct faculty opening to teach Cultural Anthropology and Human Evolution during the Fall 2008 Semester and/or Archeology (Summer) M.A. in Anthropology or related field required, PhD preferred. Teaching experience preferred. Reply to Jane Hudak, Dean, The Wescoe School, Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA 18104 E.O.E.

Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology, two year appointment beginning August 2008. The Sociology and Anthropology Department at Muhlenberg College is seeking a broadly trained sociologist capable of teaching a variety of courses, including Introduction to Sociology, Qualitative Research Methods, and electives including Social Movements. While the department expects faculty to be actively engaged in research, its primary commitment is to quality undergraduate education. Applicants must demonstrate effective and innovative teaching, plus a strong commitment to the goals of a liberal arts education. PhD required. Muhlenberg is a highly selective, private, liberal arts college of 2,000 students. Located in the Lehigh Valley, the college is within easy reach of New York City and Philadelphia. To apply, send a letter of application, c.v., a statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching effectiveness, sample syllabi, and three letters of reference to Tammy Lewis, Chair, Sociology and Anthropology Department, Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA 18104. Applications will also be accepted electronically at: tracy.kline@gw.muhlenberg.edu. Review of applications will begin May 21st and continue until the position is filled. Muhlenberg College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers benefits to same sex domestic partners. We encourage application from candidates that can contribute to the diversity of our campus.

WRITING CENTER– Peer Tutor Coordinator position available in Muhlenberg College Writing Center. Full-time, 10 month position (mid-August to mid-June) with full benefits. Salary of $28-$30K/year depending on experience. Responsible for coordinating daily activities of the center, including training and supervision of tutors, record-keeping and administrative duties. Bachelor's degree and previous writing center experience required, HTML experience preferred. To apply, send letter of interest, resume and names/phone numbers of three references to Dr. David Rosenwasser, English Department, Muhlenberg College, Allentown, PA 18104, or send materials by email to: rosenwas@muhlenberg.edu Applications are due by May 12, 2008. E.O.E.