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Director of The Writers Workshop and Programs
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Gambier, OH
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| The Kenyon Review seeks a strategic, collaborative, and mission-driven Director of The Writers Workshop and Programs to lead the administration, planning, and continuous development of residential and online adult Writers Workshops. Reporting to the Editor of The Kenyon Review, this full-time role is central to ensuring the ongoing excellence, growth, and impact of KR’s adult workshop and programs. |
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First-Year Experience Assistant Director
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of First-Year Experience Assistant Director. The qualified candidate will have an excellent opportunity to assist in visioning and building a comprehensive First-Year Experience Program, an integral part of Kenyon’s Strategic Plan. The Assistant Director of the First-Year Experience will assist in the development, execution, and assessment of Orientation and First-Year Experience programming for new and transfer students. The Assistant Director works with partners across the College and draws upon national best practices and emerging trends in student transition, retention, and engagement. The Assistant Director will oversee Student and Family Summer Connection programming, assist in the coordination of Fall Orientation, and partner with the Director to build a comprehensive college-wide First-Year Experience Program. The Assistant Director will provide leadership for student staff selection and training, and developing a set of Orientation Engagement Community Opportunities. Resume Review will begin Tuesday, April 7 2026. |
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Japanese beginning in Fall 2026. The successful candidate will teach five courses, both within the Japanese language program and in the candidate’s area of expertise. A Ph.D. in Japanese language and literature or related field is required. ABD candidates near completion of the dissertation will also be considered. Field of specialization is open. The successful candidate will have native or near-native fluency in Japanese and English. Experience in teaching Japanese to English-speaking students at the college level is preferred. Candidates with a proven track record of teaching diverse student populations through inclusive pedagogy are particularly encouraged to apply.
To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant's research and scholarship undertaken, prior teaching experience, courses they can offer, and experience with and plans for teaching diverse student populations with inclusive pedagogy; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; 3) a statement of teaching philosophy; 4) an unofficial graduate transcript; and 5) contact information for three professional references. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website.
Review of applications will begin on March 30, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the March 30, 2026, deadline will be guaranteed full consideration. |
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Sociology
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in Sociology at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2026. Faculty responsibilities include teaching a 3/2 course load over two semesters and informal advising of students, all in person on our campus in Gambier, Ohio. Courses to be taught include introduction to sociology; mid-level subfield survey courses appropriate for sophomores and juniors, and intermediate or upper-level seminars in the candidate’s area of expertise. We encourage applicants to apply, regardless of their areas of research specialization.
Of particular interest are candidates who could offer 1 or 2 courses per year that would simultaneously serve the interests of students in one of the many Interdisciplinary Concentrations at the College, including but not limited to: International Studies; African Diaspora Studies; Latiné Studies; Gender & Sexuality Studies; and Law & Society.
To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant’s research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and prior teaching experience; 2) a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial transcript; and 5) three (3) letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the March 10, 2026, deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Chemistry
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a Visiting position in Chemistry at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in July 2026. We seek a chemist who is committed to the education of undergraduates in a liberal arts environment, particularly at the organic and introductory chemistry level. With a five-course load each year across the curriculum, there is also potential to offer an advanced course in their area of expertise. The successful candidate will have some research or teaching experience in experimental organic chemistry and hold a Ph.D. in chemistry or a related field. Candidates with connections to environmental and physical chemistry are particularly encouraged to apply.
To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. degree or expect completion by the start of the fall semester. A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter; 2) a statement of the applicant's teaching philosophy (no more than 2 pages); 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial graduate transcript; and 5) contact information for three professional references (letters will be requested after initial review). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website.
Review of applications will begin February 28, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the February 28, 2026 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration. |
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20th and 21st Century Global Anglophone Visiting Search
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a full-time, one-year Visiting Assistant Professor of English in twentieth- and twenty-first global Anglophone literature, beginning July 2026. The candidate may focus on one or more specific regions (e.g. the Caribbean, Africa, South Asia) or on transnational networks or orientations (e.g. the Global South, Global Indigenous, the transatlantic, or the transpacific). We particularly encourage applications from candidates who are also practicing creative nonfiction or fiction writers.
The teaching requirement will be 3:2 or 2:3 and will include courses at all levels of our curriculum. Visiting faculty also contribute to departmental life. Evidence of teaching excellence at the undergraduate level is required. Ph.D. preferred, but applicants who are ABD will be considered. A completed application must include 1) a cover letter detailing research interests, teaching experience, and teaching philosophy with information on experience with and plans for teaching diverse students; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; 3) an unofficial graduate transcript; and 4) a writing sample of up to 30 pages. Applicants should also submit the names and email addresses of three references. These references will be prompted by email to upload their letters of recommendation to the application website at a later stage.
All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s website at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled; to ensure full consideration, candidates should submit preliminary materials by February 23, 2026. Applications will be acknowledged by automatic response. Preliminary interviews will be held by Zoom or Google Meet, with on-campus interviews and teaching demonstrations to follow. |
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Visiting Assistant Professor in Political Science (American Politics), 2-year position
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Gambier, OH
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| The Political Science Department at Kenyon College invites applications for a two-year visiting assistant professor position in American politics, effective July 1, 2026. Qualified applicants will have a strong teaching and research background in American politics and the ability to teach our introductory American course, “Liberal Democracy in America,” and to offer upper-level American politics courses and seminars. We are especially interested in candidates with expertise in constitutional law, judicial politics, American political development, and American political thought. Preference will be given to candidates who can also teach our introductory first-year seminar, Quest for Justice, on political thought and argument. To apply, please visit http://careers.kenyon.edu.
A complete application will be composed of 1) a cover letter discussing the applicant’s research and scholarship undertaken, its relevance to the field or discipline, and prior teaching experience; 2) a statement of the applicant’s teaching philosophy; 3) a Curriculum Vitae; 4) an unofficial transcript; and 5) three (3) letters of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website.
Review of applications will begin February 21, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by February 20, 2026 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration. |
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Postdoctoral fellowship (One-year), Center for the Study of American Democracy (CSAD)
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a One-year postdoctoral fellowship in The Center for American Democracy (CSAD) at the rank of Postdoctoral Fellow beginning in August 2026.
Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. at the time of appointment. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will be composed of 1) a one-page cover letter; 2) an 8-10 page writing sample; 3) a one-page course proposal for an undergraduate course in their area of expertise; 4) a Curriculum Vitae; 5) an unofficial transcript; and 6) two (2) letters of recommendations of which must directly address the applicant's teaching ability. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website.
Review of applications will begin February 27, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the February 25, 2026 deadline will be guaranteed full consideration. |
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NSF Postbaccalaureate Fellow in Chemistry
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Gambier, OH
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| The Kenyon College Chemistry Department is hiring for a full-time position in the laboratory of Prof. Getzler, funded through a grant from the NSF, to study controlled polymer degradation. This position designed for those intending to pursue graduate studies in synthetic chemistry. The Fellow will contribute to all research stages – including laboratory management, research design, literature searches, conducting experiments, collecting and analyzing data, and writing reports and papers. Through this involvement, the Fellow will develop the skills necessary to succeed in a PhD program in chemistry. Competitive candidates will hold Bachelor’s in Chemistry by the start of the appointment, have synthetic chemistry experience, and intend to pursue graduate studies in chemistry or work in chemistry. |
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Development Officer for The Gund at Kenyon College
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Gambier, OH
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| The Gund at Kenyon College is seeking a dynamic Development Officer to help shape the future of one of the country’s most ambitious teaching museums. This newly created, full-time position—remote / hybrid work environment may be an option for this position —will play a key role in advancing The Gund’s mission by growing philanthropic support for exhibitions, collections, programs, and endowment needs.
We’re looking for a creative and experienced fundraiser (3–5+ years) with a track record in major gifts, institutional giving, and building meaningful donor relationships. The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, strategic, and eager to work across museum and college teams to support a thriving, globally engaged institution rooted in a liberal arts campus.
Join us at a pivotal moment of growth and make a lasting impact through art, education, and community. |
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Assistant Director Student Engagement
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is excited to announce to launch the search for our Assistant Director of Student Engagement position, open now for applications. If you are committed to student leadership, success, and inclusivity we encourage you to apply to join our team! |
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Assistant Women's Volleyball Coach
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach. This is a full time, 10-month reporting position with benefits. Under the general direction of the Head Women’s Volleyball Coach, this coach will be responsible for assisting in all facets of the NCAA D-III Women’s Volleyball program in accordance and compliance with NCAA, NCAC, and Kenyon College policies and regulations. The Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach contributes to success in the following areas: recruiting qualified student-athletes, ensuring a positive student-athlete experience, day-to-day operations, and successful and positive coaching of the volleyball student-athletes. Additional responsibilities will be assigned in game management, teaching, and/or administration. It is also expected that the Assistant Women’s Volleyball Coach will embrace the department mission of fostering learning and developing community with a focus on the values of citizenship, competition, resiliency, sportsmanship, and teamwork within Kenyon’s unique campus culture. Successful candidates will be able to show a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in their support for students from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, religious, and national backgrounds.
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Assistant Field Hockey Coach
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Assistant Field Hockey Coach. This is a full time, 10-month reporting position with benefits. Under the general direction of the Head Field Hockey Coach, this coach will assist with the responsibilities of the NCAA D-III Field Hockey program in accordance and compliance with NCAA, NCAC, and Kenyon College policies and regulations. |
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Assistant Swimming Coach
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Assistant Swimming Coach working with both the Men's and Women's teams. The position is a full-time 10-month appointment with flexibility to set work hours appropriate to the needs of the program. The position also includes a generous benefits package. |
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Technology Purchasing Coordinator
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Technology Purchasing Coordinator (TPC) in the Information Technology department. This is a full-time, permanent, benefit-eligible position. |
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Locksmith
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Locksmith. Applying generally accepted techniques and procedures, perform highly skilled Access Control installation, troubleshooting, records maintenance, and/or documentation of all campus locking and security devices. The hourly rate of pay for this full-time with benefits position is $36.82/hour. Work days are Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. with a one-hour unpaid lunch. |
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Maintenance Electrician
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified applicant to fill the position of Maintenance Electrician. Applying generally accepted techniques and procedures of the electrical trade to perform journey-level electrical inspections, installations, maintenance, trouble-shooting, repair and/or renovation of electrical distribution and other wiring systems including fittings, fixtures, equipment and related controls for fire alarm, audio, data, telephone and television systems. The hourly rate of pay for this full-time with benefits position is $36.82. Work days are Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., with a one-hour unpaid lunch. |
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Lead Systems Analyst for Advancement
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is seeking qualified applicants to fill the position of Lead Systems Analyst in the Advancement division. This is a full time, with benefits, position eligible for hybrid in-person/remote work. The Lead Systems Analyst reports to the Director of Advancement Systems and is a key partner in developing new functionality in our customer relationship management (CRM) system called Slate for Advancement. Primary focus is on building out new capabilities, enhancing data visibility through dashboards and reports, improving user experience, and streamlining processes. |
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Office Coordinator for Student Engagement and First-Year Experience
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Office Coordinator for Student Engagement and First-Year Experience (FYE). The Office Coordinator for Student Engagement and FYE is a member of the Kenyon College Student Affairs staff and reports to the Directors of Student Engagement and First Year Experience (FYE). This is a part-time, with benefits position, working approximately 35 hours per week for 11 months (approximately 1668 hours annually). The hourly rate of pay for this non-exempt position is $17.96. |
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Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN
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Gambier, OH
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| Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). This is a part-time, with benefits position, working approximately 35 hours per week August - May (approximately 1365 annual hours). The hourly rate of pay for this non-exempt position is $25. The start date for this position will be August 3, 2026. |