RESEARCHER/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, UCLA AMERICAN INDIAN STUDIES CENTER
The UCLA American Indian Studies Center seeks an individual to
attract research grants and carry out research projects for the
Center. The American Indian Studies Center is an organized research
unit of the University of California that conducts research on Native
American issues in cooperation with faculty, students, and staff
throughout the campus; supports an M.A. in American Indian Studies;
publishes a research journal and monographs; operates a library; and
provides assistance to students and to the community.
The Researcher will be expected: 1) to carry out an individual
research program in the field of American Indian Studies, which
includes bringing in grants and publishing in academic as well as
community fora; 2) to work with faculty, students, and staff in the
development and execution of research projects and publications; 3)
to secure grants to improve the M.A. program, undergraduate education
in American Indian Studies, and the Center's publication program; 4)
to work cooperatively with local and national American Indian
communities; and 5) to assist the Director in performing
administrative duties.
The position is in UCLA's Professional Researcher Series, and the
criteria and opportunities for appointment and advancement are the
same, with respect to research, as for a professorial appointment.
Teaching duties are not required, but opportunities for teaching may
be available. The Researcher would be expected to conduct an active
program of grant-writing, research, and publication in the area of
American Indian Studies. A Ph.D. and a record of grant-writing and
publication are preferred.
UCLA is an equal opportunity employer, and welcomes applications from
minority group members, women, and others whose varying backgrounds
may contribute to the richness of its intellectual environment.
Salary starts at $41,600, and may be negotiable depending on
experience.
Applicants should send a vita; name, address and phone numbers of
three references; and copies of selected publications and grant
appliations to Director, UCLA American Indian Studies Center, 3220
Campbell Hall, Los Angeles, CA 90024-1548. Applications are due
November 1, 1993, and the appointment will commence no later than
July 1, 1994.