Department of Human Environmental Studies
General information about the Department of Human Environmental Studies is available at www.ehs.cmich.edu/hev.
Faculty Positions (3)
Foods and Nutrition Program (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor, Two positions)
POSITION
Central Michigan University seeks two Assistant Professors of
Nutrition and Dietetics to join an expanding Foods and Nutrition
program. The positions are full time, tenure track, and
effective August 2008.
Serving 27,000 students, Central Michigan University is an
innovative doctoral research university recognized for strong
undergraduate education and a range of focused graduate programs and
research. Additional information about the university may be
viewed at www.cmich.edu.
RELATED INFORMATION
The Foods and Nutrition program currently has seven (7) faculty and
staff and is housed in the department of Human Environmental Studies
within the College of Education and Human Services.
The program offers undergraduate majors in dietetics and food
service administration and undergraduate minors in nutrition and
food service administration. Central Michigan University's
Dietetic Internship and the Master of Science in Nutrition and
Dietetics program are integral components of the Foods and Nutrition
Program.
The Didactic Program in Dietetics is the second largest in the state
of Michigan. It offers students an outstanding educational
experience in a supportive environment with relatively small class
sizes, mediated classrooms, and individual attention from faculty.
Opportunities exist for service learning, community outreach, and
sponsoring of undergraduate research projects.
The Foods and Nutrition program also houses Central Michigan
University's Dietetic Internship. The internship is a 30 week
program which annually enrolls two classes of 10 interns each in
partnership with several outstanding medical centers throughout
Michigan.
A unique feature of the Master of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics
is that all of the courses in the program are offered using distance
learning technology. This enables students to complete degree
requirements without having to attend classes or conduct their
research on the CMU campus.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications: Doctoral degree (or ABD with
degree completion within one year of employment) with course work
emphasis in human nutrition, dietetics, food science, or food
service management; evidence of quality teaching at an accredited
institution of higher education; and evidence of scholarly
competence.
Desired Qualifications: Registered dietitian status;
experience in the areas of public health, and/or food science,
and/or medical nutrition therapy; and computer mediated instruction
and/or distance learning experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin December 20, 2007 and
continue until the positions are filled. Applicants should
submit the following: 1) a letter of application indicating teaching
philosophy, area of interest, and specialization; 2) current vita;
3) official graduate and undergraduate transcripts from all
institutions from which a degree was received; and 4) three current
letters of reference sent under separate cover directly to the
search committee.
Please send application materials to:
Leslie Hildebrandt, PhD, RD
Chair, Nutrition and Dietetics Search Committee
Central Michigan University
Department of Human Environmental Studies
205 Wightman Hall
Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Telephone: 989-774-2514; fax: 989-774-2435; email:
hilde1la@cmich.edu; website:
http://nutrition.ehs.cmich.edu.
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase
diversity within its community (see
http://www.cmich.edu/aaeo/).
Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Apparel Merchandising and Design (Tenure-Track, Assistant Professor)
Position Description:
Full-time, 10 month tenure track Assistant Professor position in
Apparel Merchandising and Design beginning August 18, 2008.
Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in at least two of the
following areas: apparel product development, computer-aided-design
for apparel, or textiles. The position requires the
maintenance of a scholarly record to include publications and grant
writing, as well as advising students, providing service to
department, college, and university and professional involvement
through appropriate professional organizations.
Required Qualifications: Doctorate required, or ABD
with degree awarded before August 2008 with at least one degree in
textiles and clothing or related area; evidence of teaching
effectiveness; evidence of potential for successful research and
scholarly activities; evidence of competence in working with cad
software or design related technology; and evidence of excellent
oral and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Professional industry
experience; existing ties to industry; and record of active
participation in professional organizations.
Related Information:
Central Michigan University seeks a qualified professional to
join an energetic team. Established in 1892, Central Michigan
University has an enrollment of 27,000 students, including
approximately 20,000 students on the university's main campus.
Classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral research
university, CMU is recognized for strong undergraduate education and
a range of focused graduate and research programs. CMU is a
student focused university with opportunities for leadership,
internships, and off-campus volunteer programs. CMU competes
at the NCAA Division I-A Football Bowl Subdivision level in
athletics and is located in Mount Pleasant, an expanding
mid-Michigan community of approximately 25,000 permanent residents.
A recently developed tourist destination point, Mount Pleasant has
retained its small-town flavor while embracing a wide variety of
special interest groups and outdoor recreation opportunities.
The Department of Human Environmental Studies offers a B.A.,
B.A.A., or B.S. degree in Apparel Merchandising and Design with
concentrations in Apparel Design and Apparel Merchandising.
The program serves over 300 majors and minors with well-equipped
classrooms, laboratories and a nationally recognized computer-aided
design component. Available for teaching and research purposes
are a body scanner, walk-in environmental chamber and thermal
cameras. Strong internship placements and opportunities for
study abroad provide a competitive edge in the job market
demonstrated by over 90% placement rate of our graduates.
Effective Fall 2008, the program will start a new graduate program
in Apparel Product Development and Merchandising Technology.
Please visit our website at
www.ehs.cmich.edu/hev/
for more information about our curriculum, student and faculty
accomplishments, and about Central Michigan University.
Application Procedures:
Screening for all applications will begin on February 15, 2008.
Applicants should submit the following:
Letter of Application
Current Vita
Official Transcripts
Three Letters of Recommendation
Please send application materials to:
Apparel Merchandising and Design Search Committee
Department of Human Environmental Studies
205 Wightman
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Phone: (989) 774-3218; fax: (989) 774-2435
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to
increase diversity within its community (see
http://www.cmich.edu/aaeo/).
Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Human Development and Family Studies (Temporary, Full-time, Assistant Professor)
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Full-time, Assistant Professor (temporary position) in Human
Development and Family Studies beginning August 21, 2008. This
is a one-year appointment, with the possibility of the position
being renewed and/or becoming a tenure-track line. Primary
responsibilities will be the instruction of undergraduate courses in
infancy, early childhood and lifespan development. Additional
duties include advising students.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Doctorate required, or ABD with degree awarded by August
2008 with at least one degree in child development, human
development, family studies or related discipline; competence in
subject matter as evidenced by relevant course work; evidence of
teaching effectiveness at the university level; affiliation with
relevant professional organizations; and strong communication and
interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Relevant professional experience working with children and
families; evidence of potential for successful research and
scholarly activities; and demonstrated commitment to diversity.
RELATED INFORMATION
Central Michigan University seeks a qualified professional to
join an energetic team. Established in 1892, Central Michigan
University has an enrollment of 27,000 students, including
approximately 20,000 students on the university's main campus.
Classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral research
university, CMU is recognized for strong undergraduate education and
a range of focused graduate and research programs. CMU is a
student focused university with opportunities for leadership,
internships, and off-campus volunteer programs. Mount Pleasant
is an expanding mid-Michigan community of of approximately 25,000
permanent residents.
The Human Development and Family Studies (HDFS) area includes 21
faculty positions, 14 of which are tenured and tenure-track, serving
over 1900 majors and minors. We offer academic programs in
Child Development, Family Studies (including two teacher
certification programs), Gerontology, Human Development, and Family
Life and Human Sexuality. HDFS also offers an MA in Human
Development and Family Studies and a Gerontology Graduate
Certificate.
HDFS includes the Human Growth and Development Laboratory (HGDL), an
early childhood setting serving approximately 90 children and their
families in several programs such as Head Start, Michigan School
Readiness Programs, and a tuition-based preschool. The HGDL
serves as a research and training site for faculty and students.
HDFS is located in the Department of Human Environmental Studies (HEV)
which has 27 full-time tenure-track positions and serves
approximately 3,000 majors and minors. HEV is one of five
departments within the College of Education and Human Services.
Please visit our website at
www.ehs.cmich.edu/hev/ for more information about our
curriculum, student and faculty accomplishments, and about Central
Michigan University.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Screening for all applications will begin on March 10, 2008, and
will continue until filled. Applicants should submit the
following:
Letter of Application
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
Current Vita
Official Transcripts
Three Letters of Recommendation
Please send application materials to:
Human Development and Family Studies Search Committee
Department of Human Environmental Studies
205 Wightman Hall
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI 48859
Phone: (989) 774-3218; fax: (989) 774-2435
CMU, an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase
diversity within its community (see
http://www.cmich.edu/aaeo/).
Members of underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.