Saint Francis University

Assistant Professor - Early American History
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University’s Department of History and Political Science invites applications for a full time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of History to teach both American history surveys (US to 1877 and US from 1877) and advanced level courses in early American history. Appointment begins in autumn 2010. Ph.D. and teaching experience are required by time of appointment. Preferred fields are Early National, borderlands, African-American, and/or immigration history. Ability to teach Latin American or Native American or public history is very desirable. Candidates must demonstrate a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, student advising and university service, including participation in the General Education program.

Send letter of application, CV, email address and three current letters of recommendation to:

Search Committee – History Faculty
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940

or email to positions@francis.edu

Review of applications will begin in mid November 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Preliminary interviews will be held at the AHA conference.

Assistant Professor - English
Search Status: Application Deadline has passed. Reviewing Applications

Application deadline is November 1, 2009.

Interviews with selected candidates will be conducted at December's MLA Convention.

Assistant Professor - Sociology, Criminology, and Criminal Justice
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University’s Department of Sociology and Criminal Justice seeks a tenure-track full time assistant professor to begin teaching Sociology and Criminal Justice courses in fall 2010. The position requires Ph.D. (Sociology or Criminal Justice) completion by time of appointment. Our program has been established for over 10 years but is currently growing and we welcome the energy and input of a candidate ready to take a role in that process. The successful candidate will have a teaching load of 4-4 (3 preps), including Administration of Justice, Social Problems, Introduction to Sociology, and Cultural Diversity, as well as courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. The successful candidate will be willing to engage in service to the Saint Francis community, department, and university. The deadline for application is December 31, 2009. Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, CV, teaching philosophy, evidence of teaching excellence, and three current letters of recommendation to:

Search Committee – Sociology/Criminal Justice Faculty
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940

Or email: positions@francis.edu

Saint Francis University is committed to diversity of students, staff, and faculty, and encourages applications from historically underrepresented individuals, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities. AA/EOE

Admissions Representative
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University seeks candidates for the position of Admissions Representative reporting to the Associate Dean for Enrollment Management. Ideal candidates are motivated, energetic and possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. The position of Admissions Representative requires managing a geographic recruitment territory designated by the Associate Dean in order to meet the undergraduate enrollment goals of the University.

Management of a recruitment territory includes but is not limited to:

On and off-campus interviews with prospective students and families
Scheduling and visitation of high schools within the travel territory
Representing the University at local and regional college fairs
Communication with qualified prospective students concerning the enrollment process
Oversight of assigned ancillary duties related to the enrollment function

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree required.
Experience in admissions or enrollment management preferred.
Ability to work weekends and evenings as requested or required.
Excellent verbal and written interpersonal communications.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a highly integrated enrollment team
Highly motivated; possess a positive attitude.
Willingness and ability to travel as significant day and overnight travel is required of this position.

This position reports to the Associate Dean of Enrollment Management.

Send cover letter and resume to:

Search Committee: Admissions Representative
c/o Office of Human Resources
P.O. Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940-0600.

or email:positions@francis.edu

Priority will be given to applications received before November 30, 2009. However, applications will be accepted until position is filled.

Dean, School of Health Sciences
Search Status: Accepting Applications

A truly unique and exciting opportunity awaits the appropriately qualified candidate at Saint Francis University, Loretto, Pennsylvania. The University has initiated a nationwide search for a founding Dean of the School of Health Sciences, a position recently created as a result of restructuring at the University.

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary academic leader with proven administrative skills who is interested in advancing the School of Health Sciences. The Dean will have an exceptional opportunity to influence the future of health sciences and health and wellness initiatives on campus and in the surrounding communities.

The School of Health Sciences is comprised of four academic departments which include undergraduate programs in Nursing and Exercise Physiology, and graduate programs in Occupational Therapy, Physician Assistant Sciences, and Physical Therapy. Residing within the School of Health Sciences is the DiSepio Institute for Rural Health and Wellness which has as its mission the advancement of the goals of the University which include a mind for excellence, a spirit for peace and justice and a heart for service. The Dean will serve as the Executive Director of the Institute and provide the guidance for the expansion of academic curricula of the University to promote wellness, fitness, and rehabilitation through academic course development, research, clinical practice, and community service initiatives.

Interested applicants please submit a cover letter, CV, three letters of recommendation, goals and visions for the School of Health Sciences, and evidence of teaching effectiveness in electronic format to the Office of Human Resources at positions@francis.edu or to:

Search Committee for Dean, School of Health Sciences
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940

If you are interested or know someone who might be interested and would like to hear more about the position, please contact Edward Mihelcic, Ph.D, OTR/L, Search Committee Co-Chair, School of Health Sciences Search Committee at EMihelcic@francis.edu.

Qualifications

Required:

· Advanced doctorate and tenure eligibility at Saint Francis University

· Minimum of five years experience in academic program administration

· Teaching experience/excellence in higher education including with interdisciplinary approaches

· Evidence of collaborative partnership development with local and distance communities, businesses, academic departments, and faculty

· Background as a health professional in one of the areas represented by University programs – exercise physiology, nursing, occupational therapy, physician assistant sciences, or physical therapy

· Research/scholarship accomplishments including a record of peer-reviewed publications, familiarity with the concept of translational research and an interest in developing this line of research

· Experience in administration of successful community outreach programs and health and wellness initiatives

· Evidence of success in obtaining extramural funding

· Demonstrated ability with budget management

· Track record of effective collaborative approaches to administration

· Evidence of interdisciplinary understanding and accomplishments

Preferred:

· Track record as an effective transformational leader

· Entrepreneurial approach to health and wellness initiatives

· Experience in effective recruitment of faculty and students

· Knowledge of and experience with health science accreditation issues

Dean, School of Science
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University, the oldest Franciscan institution of higher learning in the United States, seeks a highly accomplished leader to serve as Dean of the School of Science. The University has recently undergone a reorganization to a school system. At this time of growth and vision, the School of Science seeks a proven and imaginative leader to sharpen the School's academic and research initiatives. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will strengthen the development of curriculum and research in synergy with the faculty; work to catalyze research in basic as well as applied sciences; increase undergraduate enrollments; seek external funding and, thereby raise academic quality, ranking, and visibility across all departments. The Dean has an additional opportunity to launch program planning for a new Science building and to teach courses in the area of his or her expertise.

Saint Francis University seeks a Dean with broad intellectual interests, excellent teaching and scientific credentials, and the leadership and managerial capacity to actualize a bold vision for the future of the School of Science. The position requires a leader with strategic capacity, a track record of support for excellence in education and research, outstanding communication skills, experience in grant writing, and entrepreneurial capacity to inspire and galvanize the Saint Francis University community. An earned doctorate in a discipline within the School (Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics) and a record appropriate for appointment as an associate or full professor are also required.

Salary will be commensurate with a School of Science Dean per CUPA guidelines. Review of applications will begin on October 5, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. For additional inquires, contact Dr. Sue Morra, Chair of Dean's search committee at SMorra@francis.edu.

Interested applicants please submit a cover letter, CV with list of references, goals and visions for the new School of Science, and evidence of teaching effectiveness to the Office of Human Resources in electronic format at positions@francis.edu

Marketing Analyst - Center for Global Competitiveness
Search Status: Accepting Applications

The CGC at the Saint Francis University Small Business Development Center seeks a marketing analyst. The CGC works with businesses to expand market opportunities internationally as well as domestically. Duties include client consulting, assistance with marketing plans, selling strategies, market research activities, maintaining necessary records and working cooperatively with other assistance providers, among others.
Qualifications include a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field, experience in international marketing and/or international business strongly preferred as well as experience in working with small to medium sized businesses. Fluency in another language helpful. Applicants should send a letter of application, resume and the names/addresses of three references to:

Search Committee for Marketing Analyst
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940
Or email: positions@francis.edu

Police Officers (1 part time, 1 full time)
Search Status: Application Deadline has passed. Reviewing Applications.

Dining Services - Part Time
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University Dining Services is accepting applications for the 2009-2010 school year. Positions are 9-month, with summers and major holidays off. All positions are part time for retail food operations as well as the dining hall. Shifts will vary and include some evening and weekend work.

Send application, resume and references to:

Dining Services Positions
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940

or email applications to: positions@francis.edu

You may also apply on campus, Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm at the Office of Human Resources, 102 Raymond Hall.

Dining Services (Kitchen/Production/Prep) - Part time
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University Dining Services is accepting applications for part time food service operations (kitchen/production/prep). Shifts will vary and include some evening and weekend work.

Send application to:

Dining Services Positions (Kitchen/Production/Prep)
c/o Office of Human Resources
Saint Francis University
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940

or email to: positions@francis.edu

You may also apply on campus, Monday through Friday, at the Office of Human Resources, 102 Raymond Hall from 8:30am to 4:00pm.

Head Coach, Women's Bowling (Part Time)
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Saint Francis University invites applications for a part time Head Women's Bowling Coach.

The Head Women's Bowling Coach is directly responsible to the Senior Associate Director of Athletics to organize and direct a Division I Bowling program.

Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Intercollegiate bowling and coaching experience (or equivalent) preferred.

Application Deadline: Monday, November 9, 2009

Send letter of application and resume to:
Search Committee for Head Coach - Women's Bowling
c/o Office of Human Resources
PO Box 600
Loretto, PA 15940

or email: positions@francis.edu

Graduate Assistant - Marketing
Search Status: Accepting Applications

Internship Length: Hours to correspond with credits taken

Required Education and Experience: The candidate will have a bachelor's degree in marketing, management, business, English, communications, or related major. Marketing or public relations experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities: The Graduate Assistant will assist the Marketing Director and Assistant Director with day to day responsibilities of the Marketing Department. The GA will also assist in overseeing special events and projects.

Other Essential Duties:

Write press releases (especially to hometown newspapers)
Write public service announcements
Design marketing materials
Coordinate Marketing calendar
Assist with website development
Photograph events
Other duties as assigned

Contact Information: Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, and applciation to adrumm@francis.edu or to Amanda Drumm, Assistant Director of Marketing & Public Affairs, Schwab Hall.

For more information, contact Amanda Drumm at (814) 472-2765 or adrumm@francis.edu.