Director, School of Biological Sciences.  Twelve-month tenure-track position available July 1, 2009 in the School of Biological Sciences at Louisiana Tech University, a Doctoral/Research University of 11,000 students.  Our dynamic, collegial unit has 21 faculty and approximately 450 undergraduate and 35 graduate students.  Students are exceptional - in terms of their preparation (incoming freshman average ACT score: 24.3), motivation, and attitude.

Qualifications: Candidates should have earned a Ph.D. in biology or closely related field and possess strong leadership and communication skills.  We seek candidates at the rank of associate or full professor with demonstrated administrative and management experience - e.g., as evidenced by grant administration, curriculum development, or other academic leadership.  Our school is in a period of dynamic growth, with seven assistant professors hired in the previous two years.  We are an energetic, enthusiastic, collegial, and collaboratively-minded faculty.  We seek an enthusiastic director to support a balance of faculty teaching, research, and service as we continue to strengthen our undergraduate and graduate programs and research focus.

Louisiana Tech University is located in Ruston - a small north Louisiana city (22,000 residents) with associated conveniences typical of a small town, friendliness, safety, and exceptional schools.  Hot summers are balanced by mild winters that allow for year-round outdoor activities.

Application Information: To apply, submit a letter of interest, current vita, and names and contact information of three references to: Dr. William Campbell, Chair, Director Search Committee (campbell@latech.edu).  Review of applications will begin November 3 and continue until position is filled.  Louisiana Tech University is a member of the University of Louisiana System and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Assistant Professor, Family Studies. Nine-month, tenure-track appointment (60% teaching, 30% research, 10% service) to begin January 1, 2009.  Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in family studies; developing and maintaining a research program; securing grant funding; advising and recruiting undergraduate and graduate students.  Qualifications include PhD in family studies; CFLE preferred, though not required; at least one degree through a Family and Consumer Sciences unit; teaching experience, quantitative research skills, and publications desirable.  Submit vita, letter of application (highlighting courses of interest as well as interest in our graduate certificate program in domestic and family violence), copies of transcripts, and three current letters of reference to: Dr. Tammy Harpel, Chair Search Committee; School of Human Ecology, P.O. Box 3167; Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA  71272; email: harpelt@latech.edu; phone: (318) 257-2890.  Applications will be accepted until position is filled.  Preference will be given to applications received by October 1, 2008.

Instructor, Merchandising and Consumer Studies. Nine-month appointment, (80% teaching, 10% research, 10% service) non-tenure-track position to begin December 1, 2008.  Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses related to merchandising, such as Buying, Microcomputer Applications, Visual Merchandising, and Professional Selling; advising undergraduate students and assisting with the student organization for MCS students; collaborating with faculty and students on research and scholarly activities; participating in professional, university, and community service.  Qualifications include Master's Degree in Merchandising or related area with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required.  At least one degree should be from a Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Ecology unit.  Applicants should have proficient knowledge of computer applications related to MCS, specifically Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite software.  Preference will be given to individuals with work experience in buying or visual merchandising in the retail industry.  Teaching experience is desirable.  Application Information: Send letter of application, current curriculum vita, copies of official transcripts, and a minimum of three current letters of reference to: Dr. Lori Myers, Search Committee Chair, P. O. Box 3167, Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA  71272; (318) 257-4412; LMyers@Latech.edu.

Instructor, Merchandising and Consumer Studies. Nine-month appointment, (80% teaching, 10% research, 10% service) non-tenure-track position to begin December 1, 2008.  Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses related to consumer studies and general family and consumer sciences; assisting with the supervision of consumer related practica/internships; advising undergraduate students and assisting with related student organizations; collaborating with faculty and students on research and scholarly activities; participating in professional, university, and community service.  Qualifications:  Master's Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences or related area with at least 18 graduate hours in the field is required.  At least one degree should be from a Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Ecology unit.  Teaching experience is desirable.  Salary:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience.   The School:  The Merchandising and Consumer Studies program (B.S. Degree) is housed in the School of Human Ecology in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences (http://www.ans.latech.edu/).  Other programs in the School include:  BS degrees in Family and Child Studies; Family and Consumer Sciences Education; and Nutrition and Dietetics.  MS degrees in Family and Consumer Sciences and Nutrition and Dietetics.  The School of Human Ecology has an enrollment of approximately 260 undergraduate and 44 graduate students and 16 faculty positions.  Further information is available at http://www.latech.edu/.  Application Information: Send letter of application, current curriculum vita, copies of official transcripts, and a minimum of three current letters of reference to: Dr. Kathleen Heiden, Search Committee Chair, P. O. Box 3167, Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, LA  71272; (318) 257-3009; HeidenK@Latech.edu.  Effective Dates:  Screening of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until position is filled.

Louisiana Tech University is categorized as an SREB Four-Year 3 institution, as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University-Intensive, and as a COC/SACS Level VI institution in North Louisiana with enrollment of over 11,000 students.  The School of Human Ecology is an AAFCS accredited unit in the College of Applied and Natural Sciences.  The Dietetics Internship is accredited by ADA and the DPD program is approved.  The School of Human Ecology is comprised of caring, motivated faculty who are committed to quality in teaching, research, creative activity, public service, and economic development.