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Endowed Chair
The Department of History at Purdue University invites nominations and applications for the inaugural holder of the Germaine Seelye Oesterle Chair in History. The field of specialization is open. The appointment will be made at the rank of full professor. He/she will have a record of distinguished scholarship and excellent teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will continue to make significant scholarly contributions to his/her field and participate in the undergraduate and graduate programs, and departmental, college and university affairs.
The search committee will begin considering applications November 16, 2009; however, the selection process will continue until the position is filled. Preferably the position will begin on August 15, 2010.
Send letters of nomination or applications, including a C.V. and the names and addresses of five references, to R. Douglas Hurt, Head, Department of History, University Hall, 672 Oval Drive, Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907.
Department Assistant
The Department of History at Purdue University is currently advertising for a work-study position titled 'Department Assistant' that is available starting Spring 2010 semester. Applicants must be work-study eligible. If you are uncertain about your work-study eligibility, please contact the Division of Financial Aid located in Schleman Hall.
Essential Duties: general office duties, filing, photocopying, faxing, shredding, answering phones, incoming and outgoing mail, assisting main office and staff, and greet faculty, students and visitors. Must have good communication and interpersonal skills.
Necessary Qualifications and Skills: computer literate; working knowledge and familiarity with Word, PowerPoint and Excel; able to lift 20lbs; able to work independently or in a team setting while maintaining confidentiality.
Previous office experience required.
15-20 hours per week.
If interested and eligible, please submit your resume to Nicole Federer at federern@purdue.edu.
Purdue is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce.