College of Arts & Sciences, Paul and Ann Rubino Endowed Professorship (Assistant Professor of I[...]

Loyola University Of Chicago; Chicago, Pasadena (IL, CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

An established university seeks a passionate Assistant Professor for the Paul and Ann Rubino Endowed Professorship in Italian American Studies. This tenure-track position offers the chance to engage in meaningful research and teaching within a vibrant academic community. The successful candidate will contribute to the College of Arts and Sciences, fostering a diverse learning environment and mentoring students from various backgrounds. With a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration, this role is perfect for individuals eager to make a significant impact in their field and the community. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to academic excellence and social justice.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required in relevant disciplines with a focus on Italian American Studies.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses focused on Italian American experience.
• Pursue research and publication in Italian American Studies.

Skills

Research in Italian American Studies

Teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels

Grant writing and funding acquisition

Student mentorship

Education

Ph.D. in English, History, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or Theology

Job description

Position Details

Position Details

Salary Range: $80,000-$87,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/

The College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago seeks qualified candidates, discipline open, for a tenure-track appointment at the assistant professor level for the Paul and Ann Rubino Endowed Professorship of Italian American Studies beginning Fall 2025. We seek candidates with strong research and teaching profiles in Italian American Studies who can contribute to the College's undergraduate and graduate programs. The tenure home of the successful candidate will be determined by the doctoral discipline of the candidate, with possibilities including the departments of English, History, Modern Languages and Literatures, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and Theology.

The Rubino Professorship includes funds to coordinate an annual fall guest lecture by a visiting scholar in Italian American Studies, support student activities in Italian American Studies throughout the academic year, and direct student research, including during the summer as part of the College's Undergraduate Summer Research Experience (USRE) program. The successful candidate will be joining a College of Arts and Sciences that has over 450 full-time faculty, nearly 8,000 students, 20 academic departments, and 38 interdisciplinary programs and centers. For more information about the College of Arts and Sciences, please visit its website at https://www.luc.edu/cas/.

This search is part of a College-wide, multiyear hiring initiative to attract outstanding researchers and teachers who are reflective of our diverse student body, committed to interdisciplinarity, dedicated to the pursuit of external grants, and appreciative of a Jesuit, Catholic education. As a University that is situated in the world-class, multicultural City of Chicago with a vibrant Italian American community and dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from underrepresented and underserved populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups.

The position involves teaching undergraduate courses as well as graduate courses, depending on whether the home academic department has an M.A. and/or Ph.D. program. The candidate will be expected to teach courses focused on the Italian American experience for at least 50% of their teaching load as well as general courses within their discipline. The successful candidate will pursue a strong program of research and publication within Italian American Studies, including the pursuit of external grants. They will engage in service at the department level or above and be active in the Italian American community.

The candidate will have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment within one of the following disciplines: English, History, Modern Languages and Literatures, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or Theology. Their research and teaching must be solidly within Italian American Studies. Candidates for the position must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in research and publication and teaching, obtaining external funding, and student mentorship. The candidate must be willing to support the mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit, Catholic education.

The candidate will have a Ph.D. at the time of appointment within one of the following disciplines: English, History, Modern Languages and Literatures, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, or Theology. Their research and teaching must be solidly within Italian American Studies. Candidates for the position must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in research and publication and teaching, obtaining external funding, and student mentorship. The candidate must be willing to support the mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit, Catholic education.

This salary range is for a nine-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. Salaries higher than the published maximums may be offered in limited circumstances.

Job Title	College of Arts & Sciences, Paul and Ann Rubino Endowed Professorship (Assistant Professor of Italian American Studies), Tenure Track
Position Title	College of Arts & Sciences, Paul and Ann Rubino Endowed Professorship (Assistant Professor of Italian American Studies), Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category	University Faculty
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code	COLLEGE OF A&S - LSC (02100A)
Department Name	COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities
Qualifications
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Open Date	02/11/2025
Close Date
Salary Range	$80,000-$87,000
Additional Salary Information
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants should submit to www.careers.luc.edu (1) letter of interest; (2) Curriculum Vitae; (3) statement outlining the applicant's research agenda; (4) statement on teaching philosophy and experience; (5) statement addressing past or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body and engaging a diverse community through teaching, scholarship, and service; and (6) names and email addresses of three individuals prepared to provide letters of recommendation (letter writers will receive an electronic prompt asking them to submit their letters). Please direct inquiries to: Catherine Putonti, Ph.D., Search Committee Chair [e-mail] Associate Dean for Interdisciplinary Initiatives and Academic Innovation Dean's Office, College of Arts and Sciences 6430 N. Kenmore Ave. Cuneo Hall, Suite 400 Loyola University Chicago Chicago, Illinois 60660 Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received before March 28, 2025, will receive full consideration. As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.
About Loyola University Chicago	Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here. Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/31077
Job Number	8500906
Organizational Location	PROVOST

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/11/2025
Position End Date
Open Until Filled	Yes