Instructor to Assistant Professor (Critical Thinking) (EXPIRED)

University Information: The University of Guam is the premier institution of higher education in the Western Pacific. It is a land-grant institution, accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Commission. Located in the village of Mangilao on the island of Guam, the campus overlooks beautiful Pago Bay and the University’s world-class Marine Biology Lab. The University has approximately 3,900 students, 90% of Asian or Pacific Islander ancestry, providing a uniquely diverse campus and multicultural atmosphere. As a regional, comprehensive, open admissions institution, the university awards degrees at the baccalaureate and master’s levels through its two colleges and four professional schools. Over the next five years, the University will be entering an exciting period of growth linked to anticipated increases in military investments and resultant economic expansion in Guam. Three major University initiatives have been developed to maximize academic and community opportunities during this period: “UOG, the Natural Choice” to encourage local students to aspire to attend college and to choose the University of Guam; “UOG Green” with renewable energy and sustainability central to the initiative; and “UOG Leading Change” on Guam and in Micronesia. Extramural funding from competitive Federal sources as well as contracts is rapidly expanding. Such opportunities along with a critical mass of dedicated and capable administration, faculty, students, and staff make the University of Guam an exciting place to be for many years to come. Information on the University’s campus security and fire safety may be accessed at http://www.uog.edu/hro (Under Links).

General Description: The University of Guam is looking for an individual who is interested in new challenges and opportunities for professional and personal growth. This position calls for someone who is self-motivated and adaptable, intelligent, possesses a global vision and who is interested in working in a dynamic, multi-cultural institution.

Unit Description: The Division of Humanities includes Anthropology, Chamorro Studies, History, Modern Languages, and Philosophy.

Character of Duties: Teach five (5) Critical Thinking courses per semester, coordinate the schedule for all of the Critical Thinking courses, and coordinate the learning outcomes assessment for critical thinking. Teaching other undergraduate courses, summer work may be available.

Qualifications:

Minimum: Master’s degree in Critical Thinking, Logic, or a related field from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent for appointment at the Instructor rank (and Ph.D. in a related field from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or foreign equivalent for appointment at the Assistant Professor rank). Must be willing to teach online.

Preferred: Some familiarity with the Philosophy for Children (P4C) is a plus. Experience working with online learning programs.

Salary Level: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience relevant to the position. The following salary figures are for nine (9) months:

Instructor: $34,169 - $57,892 Per Academic Year
Assistant Professor: $39,473 - $68,237 Per Academic Year

Compensation for employment shall not commence until all hiring conditions are met, including required employment visa. Annual salary will be prorated, if start of employment is delayed.

Appointment/ Relocation: The position is a nine (9) month faculty position, non-tenure track (2 year) contractual appointment. The position may be renewed for an additional two (2) years after a positive review and evaluation. The University provides relocation assistance to new employees if hired off-island on a two-year initial contract. Provided are travel expenses for the applicant and the applicant’s spouse (as defined by Guam Law) and children under the age of 18 by the least expensive and most direct air route from the point of hire.

Benefits: Fringe benefits include a medical and dental plan, life insurance, cafeteria plan (flexible tax benefit plan), and the Government of Guam retirement plan.

Application Deadline: Applications will be received no later than 11:59 p.m. on January 25, 2019 (Chamorro Standard Time/UTC+10).

(Note to applicants in the mainland United States: Please be advised that Guam is a day ahead of the mainland United States.)

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Section 25103, Chapter 25, Title 10 of the Guam Code Annotated requires college or university employees to undergo a physical examination, to include a test for tuberculosis (skin or x-ray), prior to employment and at least annually thereafter. A report of such examination must be conducted by a licensed physician within a state or territory of the United States and must be submitted upon request.

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