Jobs and Fellowships
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Air Command and Staff College is initiating a recruiting effort to fill four civilian faculty positions in the areas of Public Policy/ National Security Studies and Comparative Military Studies. The Public Policy/National Security Studies positions are open to relevant academic disciplines but the focus of academic expertise is on national security strategy and policy, international relations, public policy, political-military affairs, political science, regional studies, comparative military studies or related areas. Regional focus is open but priority is given to Asia and Africa. The Comparative Military Studies positions are open to relevant academic disciplines but the focus is on military history, comparative military studies, history of airpower (air, space, and cyberspace), national security strategy and policy, or related areas.
It is highly desired that successful candidates hold a relevant earned doctoral degree; will have demonstrated superior teaching performance and the ability to develop and maintain curriculum; have experience guiding/advising research; and a publishing record appropriate for their academic rank. Individuals that are ABD and have a projected PhD completion date within six months will be considered. Academic rank for the position is open but the focus is at the Assistant and Associate Professor level.
A candidate must be a U.S. citizen and capable of obtaining a Department of Defense security clearance at the SECRET level.
These are time-limited appointments (Faculty Pay Plan or AD faculty like our current civilian faculty members) under excepted service. The initial appointment will be a three year appointment with a one-year probationary period, with the potential for continued reappointment for additional 1- to 5-year increments. The starting date is negotiable, but desired date is not later than 1 January 2014.
Interested individuals must apply through USAJOBS.GOV (https://www.usajobs.gov). For questions about the application process contact the Maxwell AFB Civilian Personnel Office (Mr. Kirk Shablow), at 42 FSS/FSMC, 50 LeMay Plaza South Bldg. 804, Maxwell AFB, AL 36112, or Email: [email protected]
For general information about the Air Command and Staff College, see our website (http://www.au.af.mil/au/acsc). For additional information about the position, contact the Dean of Academic Affairs, Dr. Glen Spivey at [email protected] or call (334) 953-2566.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
University Archivist & Special Collections Manager
American Public University
- Reports To: Associate Vice President, Library Operations
- Department: Library / Academics
- Location: Charles Town, WV
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- Date Posted: July 29, 2013
- Date Closing: Open Until Filled
American Public University System (APUS) seeks a University Archivist and Special Collections Manager. The position is specially challenging and calls for a motivated, self-starter. It focuses on the development of University archives at the nation's leading fully online University--a school barely 20 years old, but serving 125,000 students in 120+ countries. The Archivist engages paper, electronic, and artifact materials, as well as an active oral history program. The Archivist also acts as part of an industry-leading corps of Online Librarians. The position is based in APUS' new special library and archival facilities in Charles Town, WV, in the Washington DC metropolitan area. Candidates must have a Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution with significant graduate archival course work. Additional advanced degrees are preferred along with demonstrable skills with the Web and electronic records. Experience in University records and/or with military studies, military history or related fields are also viewed favorably.
Synopsis of Position
The University Archivist is a full-time professional position with faculty status. Duties call for the diplomatic engagement of the President’s Office, Marketing, and other units within the organization. In addition, the Archivist will play a major role in the development of the American Military University (AMU) Institute of Military Studies and History. Candidates will be weighed for their Web skills and familiarity with digitization, as well as with traditional archival and library procedures. This position requires scholarly specializations in military topics along with experience in University records. As Special Collections Manager, the position supervises collection development at the Charles Town Library with accompanying support staff.
Essential Functions
- Develops, processes, analyzes, and markets archival program.
- Develops collection for Web-based and electronic course material selection for historical topics.
- Works collaboratively with AMU Institute Board, advisors, and members.
- Engages across academic and staff departmental lines.
- Works with HTML-based content management systems using basic portal construction skills.
- Online Librarian student reference and faculty services.
- Develops collection for Military History and Military Studies.
- Supervises archives and oral history projects and staff.
Work Environment and Physical Demands:
- Standard office environment in Charles Town, WV, unless directed by management to telecommute.
- Requires high-speed Internet connection, a dedicated workspace within place of residence, and the capability to telecommute as directed by management.
- Attendance and participation in civic and scholarly events is required.
- Scholarly research and contributions expected.
- Ability to handle archival and related storage containers that weigh 40 lbs. or more.
Required Skills:
- Professional archival skills with an emphasis on electronic formats and digitization.
- Ability to interact with students and faculty in a professional and timely manner through electronic media.
- Ability to work with current online searching methods and emerging Web-based applications.
- Working knowledge of educational and archival resources on the Deep and Open Web.
- Ability to have a self-starting entrepreneurial mindset that requires minimum supervision.
- Ability to actively acquire pertinent information and understand the APUS business model.
- Dedicated to the University mission and its potential as an industry and scholarly leader.
- Ability to maintain a service and student orientation.
- Ability to remain conscious of faculty roles and seek active partnerships with faculty leaders and Program Directors.
- Ability to think strategically to balance academic traditions with innovative Web approaches.
- Ability to make rational decisions.
- Ability to actively communicate in and influence an academic ethos of scholarly excellence.
- Ability to maintain a positive community and professional relations by serving as an “ambassador”.
Required Experience:
- Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution required.
- Graduate archival course work equivalent to qualify for the educational testing exemption of the Academy of Certified Archivists required.
- Graduate-level classes in military studies/history or related areas preferred.
- Experience in University records or non-profit association preferred.
- Familiarity with military communities and service preferred.
For application information, go to http://www.apus.edu/hiring/.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Senior Historian
General Information
MANCON, a large government contractor, is searching for a Senior Historian to join our team at the location below.
Job Location
Naval History and Heritage Command
701 Pennsylvania Ave, NW
Washington, DC 20004
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work independently to research and/or collect information using primary sources (including oral histories if appropriate), analyze data, and write independent and objective assessments of historical naval events, organizations, and personnel. The end product will require a wide range of content for various audiences that will include elementary school to the graduate level, historians, journalists, archivists, librarians, curators, museum professionals, Navy Personnel (recruits to flag officers), various minority groups based on gender, race, and ethnicity, Navy veterans, and the public at large. Focus will be on increasing the understanding of events that have shaped the naval forces of today. Work on primary projects of historical research and writing on the history of the United States Navy; research that shall include Joint, Combined, and Navy primary documents and sources. Sections of the primary project shall be packaged to allow easy display of chapters or sections in shorter monographs, pamphlets, or articles including electronic versions. Collect, preserve, protect and make available the artifacts, documents, and art that best embody our naval history and heritage for present and future generations. Advance the knowledge of naval history and heritage through professional research, analysis, interpretation, products and services. Remind America of its need to maintain a strong Navy and Marine Corps to protect its citizens, their freedoms and the nation's maritime commerce.
Required Qualifications
- Possess or have the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance
- Expert knowledge in the field of Naval Military History
- 10 years of Naval History experience
- Experience in performing research at the National Archives and writing manuscripts for publications
Physical Requirements:
Light work - Frequently exerting up to 20 pounds of force possibly using arm and/or leg control. Work is still primarily sedentary work with occasional walking and standing.
Essential Requirements:
Sitting, Standing, Walking
Benefits
MANCON offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Benefits include health, dental, vision and prescription drug plan, 401(k) salary saving plan, paid life insurance, paid holidays and leave. MANCON is a smoke free work environment. More information regarding benefits associated with this specific position will occur.
To apply for this position, visit https://careers-mancon.icims.com/jobs/1908/2013-1908/job?mode=view to apply directly online. Alternate applications methods are available via fax at 757-457-9345 or email at [email protected]. Contact MANCON HR if additional alternatives are needed.
JOB ANNOUNCEMENT
Donald G. & Mary A. Dunn Chair in Modern Military History
The Department of History at The Ohio State University invites applications for the Donald G. and Mary A. Dunn Chair in Modern Military History (post-1900), with a research focus on non-U.S. military history. We seek a candidate who has conducted research and who has compiled a strong publication record on the history of non-U.S. countries and combatants in World War I and/or World War II. The candidate must possess a demonstrated ability to use sources in relevant languages. The candidate would be expected to teach history survey courses and thematic courses in military history at the undergraduate level, in addition to undergraduate and graduate seminars in his/her specialty. The Dunn Chair must possess a Ph.D. and qualify for appointment as a tenured professor.
Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three potential references. The search committee might subsequently ask applicants to provide copies of research publications and/or materials that document teaching accomplishments. Candidates are encouraged to submit initial application materials online through Academic Jobs Online at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/3028. Paper materials will also be reviewed if mailed to Professor Geoffrey Parker, Chair, Dunn Chair Search Committee, Department of History, Ohio State University, 106 Dulles Hall, 230 West 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210. Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
FELLOWSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
The American Council of Learned Societies is pleased to announce that the 2013-14 ACLS fellowship competitions are now open. ACLS offers 13 fellowship programs that promote the full spectrum of humanities and humanistic social sciences research and support scholars at the advanced graduate student level through all stages of the academic career. Comprehensive information and eligibility criteria for all programs can be found at www.acls.org/programs/comps. Application deadlines vary by program:
September 26, 2013
ACLS Fellowships (the central program)
ACLS Collaborative Research Fellowships
ACLS Digital Innovation Fellowships
Charles A. Ryskamp Research Fellowships
Frederick Burkhardt Residential Fellowships for Recently Tenured Scholars
October 23, 2013
Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art
Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Completion Fellowships
November 1, 2013
African Humanities Program
November 5, 2013
Ho Family Foundation/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in Buddhist Studies (New in 2013)
Ho Family Foundation/ACLS Postdoctoral Fellowships in Buddhist Studies (New in 2013)
Ho Family Foundation/ACLS Collaborative Research Grants in Buddhist Studies (New in 2013)
November 12, 2013
Luce/ACLS Program in China Studies
November 19, 2013
Comparative Perspectives on Chinese Culture and Society
December 1, 2013
Program in East Europe Studies
January 15, 2014
Ho Family Foundation/ACLS Visiting Professorships in Buddhist Studies (New in 2013)
TBA, Spring 2014
ACLS Public Fellows
The American Council of Learned Societies is the leading private institution supporting scholars in the humanities. In the 2012-13 competition year, ACLS awarded over $15 million to more than 300 scholars worldwide.
FELLOWSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT
The Smith Richardson Foundation is pleased to announce the World Politics and Statecraft Fellowship program, its annual grant competition to support Ph.D. dissertation research on American foreign policy, international relations, international security, strategic studies, area studies, and diplomatic and military history.
The fellowship's objective is to support the research and writing of policy-relevant dissertations through funding of fieldwork, archival research, and language training. In evaluating applications, the Foundation will accord preference to those projects that could directly inform U.S. policy debates and thinking, rather than dissertations that are principally focused on abstract theory or debates within a scholarly discipline.
The Foundation will award up to twenty grants of $7,500 each.
The deadline is October 15, 2013.
For further information and application procedures, please visit: http://www.srf.org/grants/world_politics.php
Smith Richardson Foundation, Inc.
60 Jesup Road
Westport, CT
www.srf.org
