> EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, HISTORY OF SCIENCE AND
> TECHNOLOGY
> DEADLINE: APRIL 27
>
> The University of King’s College invites applications for a
one-year
> sessional position in the History of Science and Technology programme
> (HOST) at the rank of assistant professor, starting on 1 July 2014.
> Candidates must have a Ph.D and teaching experience in history of science
> and technology or a related field (philosophy of science, science
studies,
> etc.). Experience in interdisciplinary teaching or research would be an
> asset.
>
> The successful candidate is expected to teach a) HSTC 1801 Engineering
and
> Technology: From the Industrial Age to the Cybernetic Age, b) part of
HSTC
> 4000 Nature and Science in the Modern Period, as well as c) three other
> half-credit HOST electives. The ability to teach courses in the History
of
> Chinese Science, Modern Science (especially physics and chemistry), or
> Science and Religion would be an asset. Please consult the academic
> calendar entries for the programme on the King’s website for a
list of
> possible classes.
>
> Applications, including a cover letter containing a statement of teaching
> interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and evidence of
> effective teaching should be sent (in hard copy) by 27 April 2014, to:
>
> Sharon Brown, Administrative Secretary
> History of Science and Technology Programme
> University of King’s College
> Halifax NS B3H 2A1
> Canada
> email: Sharon.Brown@ukings.ca
> tel: 902.422.1271, ext. 204
>
> Although candidates of all nationalities are encouraged, priority will be
> given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.The University of
King’s
> College is an equal opportunity employer; women, visible minorities and
> members of other under-represented groups are particularly encouraged to
> apply. Information on the History of Science and Technology Programme can
> be found at www.ukings.ca