Faculty Appointment in Disability Policy - The Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University, Waltham, MA
Posted: Monday, February 9, 2015
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University invites applications and nominations for a faculty position in Disability Policy. We are seeking a recognized scholar whose research and teaching apply to issues of disability policy. The specific focus within this broad field is open, and applicants with expertise in areas such as health, poverty, employment, housing, or civil rights are welcome to apply. Individuals with expertise related to autism are particularly encouraged to apply. The position will be available July 1, 2015, and carries an appointment outside the tenure structure at the rank of professor, associate professor, or assistant professor, commensurate with the candidate's qualifications. Alternatively, a position as research professor or professor of practice (of open rank) could be considered.
Primary responsibilities include:
- Conducting externally-funded research in an area of disability policy.
- Publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals and other scholarly and policy outlets.
- Teaching and advising Master's and PhD students, as courses are available.
- Serving on PhD dissertations.
- Conducting public engagement activities that advance social justice for people with disabilities.
- Contributing intellectual and strategic leadership to the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy.
- Designing and implementing strategies for raising research funding to support the educational and scholarly mission of the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy.
Job Criteria
Candidates should:
- Have a doctorate or other terminal degree in the social sciences, with evidence of distinction in disability policy.
- Have a scholarly understanding of disability policy, either in the United States or in an international context.
- Have an active program of externally-funded research that will contribute to advancing the well-being of people with disabilities.
- Demonstrate a successful record of publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and other scholarly and policy outlets.
- Be able to contribute to the strategic direction of the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy.
Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, writing samples, and letter of application describing their research, teaching, and policy and practice experience. The letter should also identify three people who can supply professional references. First consideration will be given to applications received by March 1, 2015, but the position will remain open until filled. All applications will be treated confidentially.
Electronic submission of applications and nominations is preferred. Please send to [email protected], and [email protected]. Submission may also be sent by regular mail to:
Michelle Techler
Senior Department Coordinator- Lurie Institute for Disability Policy
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management
Brandeis University
415 South Street - Mailstop 035
Waltham, MA 02454
Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to building a culturally diverse
intellectual community, and strongly encourages applications from women and minority candidates.