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University of Arizona Southwest Institute for Research on Women - SIROW Executive Director The Dean of the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences invites applications and nominations for the position of Executive Director of the Southwest Institute for Research on Women (SIROW). It is anticipated that the successful candidate will be an associate or full professor. We are searching for a nationally recognized scholar whose outstanding administrative and leadership skills can further develop the trajectory that has made SIROW a national leader of and model for feminist research centers. We seek applicants who are familiar with and supportive of a wide range of theoretical and methodological approaches current in the interdisciplinary study of women and gender. As the UA has committed itself to diversifying its faculty, staff, and student body (see various institutional reports at http://diversity.arizona.edu/reports/reports.shtml), the successful candidate must have experience working with diverse students, colleagues, and community-based organizations. Due to SIROW?s regional location and multiple constituencies, Spanish-language competency is an asset to the Executive Director. SIROW?s mission is to develop, conduct, and disseminate interdisciplinary and inter-institutional collaborative research and educational/outreach projects of importance to the diverse groups of women and girls in the southwestern US and northwestern Mexico. SIROW is a research and outreach unit housed in the Department of Women?s Studies; the department?s 11 full-time faculty members have earned it international distinction in teaching and research. The tenure home of the Executive Director will be in Women?s Studies with the possibility of a joint appointment in another unit on the University of Arizona campus; the Executive Director reports to the Head of Women?s Studies. The Executive Director is responsible for overseeing the development of SIROW?s agenda, in conjunction with SIROW academic professionals; identifying sources of funding and developing relations with funding agencies; working with scholars and community-based organizations in developing proposals and/or administering projects; contributing to the dissemination of the results of SIROW projects and programs to local, regional, national and international audiences; maintaining a network of scholars in the SIROW region; serving as liaison to policy makers, media, and the public; and overseeing the work of research assistants and support staff. A strong track record of research and publication is essential, as are service to the university, professional organizations, and the wider community. For further information on Women?s Studies, see: http://w3.arizona.edu/~ws/; for SIROW, see: http://w3.arizona.edu/~ws/sirow.html. We anticipate an appointment, subject to final budgetary approval, to begin August, 2004. To apply, complete the on-line faculty application at www.uacareertrack.com. Follow ?Search Postings? and enter job number 30055. Be prepared to attach a CV and cover letter describing scholarship and administrative experience, including the development and management of funded projects. Applicants should also give evidence of their ability to contribute to SIROW?s missions as described above. Instructions for submitting three letters of recommendation are provided on-line. Review of applications will begin March 19 and continue until the position is filled. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds (M/W/D/V).