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Director of Digital and Web Strategy	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Director of Digital and Web Strategy. With a deep understanding of today’s digital landscape and the tools that drive traffic and engagement, the director of digital and web strategy provides strategic direction for Kenyon’s award-winning website and insights to enhance the performance of digital marketing campaigns.
Painter/Interior Finish Technician	Gambier, OH
Kenyon is conducting a search to fill the Painter/Interior Finish Technician position in the Maintenance Department. This positions works Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The hourly rate of pay for this full-time with benefits position is $29.53/hour.
Kitchen/Restaurant Manager, The Kenyon Inn and Restaurant	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon Inn and Restaurant is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Restaurant and Kitchen Manager. As the Restaurant and Kitchen Manager at the Kenyon Inn and Restaurant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a seamless dining experience for our guests. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the day-to-day operations of both the front of the house and kitchen, supervising both areas and maintaining excellent customer service.
Parent Giving and Engagement Officer	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a nationally prominent top 40 private liberal arts college located on one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country, is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to serve in the newly created position of Parent Giving and Engagement Officer. This is a full time position with the opportunity for a hybrid remote work schedule. Salary will be commensurate with experience and a generous benefits package is available. The Parent Giving and Engagement Officer will report to the Director of Parent Giving and Engagement and join the dynamic and collaborative Advancement Division. Having recently closed the most successful comprehensive campaign in the College’s history, and having just celebrated Kenyon’s Bicentennial, the Advancement Division is poised to continue their proven excellence into the College’s third century. The Officer will be the next steward of a long-standing and respected parent giving program, implementing strategies that help grow leadership-level gifts in expansion of the annual fund and major gift programs. The Officer will have the opportunity to work closely with a portfolio of parent donors and prospective parent donors and will build relationships to engage, identify, qualify and solicit new donors, including parents of current students and family members of Kenyon alumni.
Postdoctoral Fellowship with the Center for the Study of American Democracy, One-year Residential	Gambier, OH
Postdoctoral Fellowship with the Center for the Study of American Democracy The Center for the Study of American Democracy invites applications for a one-year residential postdoctoral fellowship for the academic year 2025-26, with a start date of August 2025. This fellowship will explore the nexus between the market and society. Candidates will be jointly appointed with an appropriate affiliate department of the Center, such as economics, history, political science, philosophy or sociology. To be considered for the position, candidates must demonstrate a strong research interest in the role that free markets play in economic and political development. We encourage applications from candidates holding Ph.D.’s in economic history, economic sociology, new institutional economics, political philosophy, political economy, public policy, or similar fields. Fellows will advance their research agendas and teach one course per semester in an affiliate department of the Center, such as economics, history, political science, philosophy or sociology. Fellows will also assist with the activities of the Center, including participating in a research seminar, bringing speakers to campus, and organizing the Center’s political economy colloquium. Fellows are required to live in the local community and are expected to participate in the cultural life of Kenyon College by regularly attending readings, lectures, presentations, and other campus activities. The Center for the Study of American Democracy will provide a competitive salary plus health benefits.
Telecommunications Officer, Part-Time	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Campus Safety Telecommunications Officer, Part-Time. Hours worked per week and shifts worked will be dependent on coverage needs, including weekends and possibly holidays. The rate of pay is $16.50 per hour between the hours of 7:00am to 3:00pm, $17.75 between the hours of 3:00pm to 11:00pm and $18.00 between the hours of 11:00pm to 7:00am. Part-Time Campus Safety Telecommunication Officers receive double their hourly pay rate when scheduled to work a shift during recognized college holidays. This is a collectively bargained position and without benefits.
Seasonal Grounds Person	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for qualified candidates to fill the positions of Seasonal Grounds Persons. Seasonal Grounds Persons maintain weeding, mulching, hand mowing and trimming of campus and a wide variety of tasks working independently or as a member of a group, to maintain college-owned property and campus grounds; present a hazard-free and overall clean and neat campus appearance. Individual must understand that it may be necessary to work overtime, in order to provide a safe campus for students. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch. Rate of pay is $12.00 per hour.
Campus Safety Officer, Part Time	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Campus Safety Officer, Part-Time. Hours worked per week and shifts worked will be dependent on coverage needs, including weekends and possibly holidays. The rate of pay is $18.00 per hour between the hours of 7:00am to 3:00pm, $19.25 between the hours of 3:00pm to 11:00pm and $19.50 between the hours of 11:00pm to 7:00am. Part-Time Campus Safety Officers receive double their hourly pay rate when scheduled to work a shift during recognized college holidays. This is a collectively bargained position and without benefits.
Visiting Assistant Professor in Medieval History	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor in Medieval History beginning July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will teach both survey and seminar-level courses in medieval history in Europe and the broader Mediterranean world. We are seeking candidates whose research and teaching feature a global approach to studying medieval history. The visitor will also benefit from Kenyon students’ passionate interest in the humanities and strengthen their credentials with a year of teaching at Kenyon. Candidates should have a record of excellent teaching and a Ph.D. in hand or be near completion by the beginning of the appointment. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, an unofficial graduate school transcript, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates advancing to the interview stage will be asked to submit a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses the pedagogical inclusion of a diverse student population. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin on March 15 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates submitting materials by March 15 will be guaranteed full consideration. If you have any questions, please email Nurten Kilic-Schubel, chair of the search committee, at kilicn@kenyon.edu
Assistant Director of Residential Life	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Director of Residential Life. The Assistant Director of Residential Life coordinates the overall operation of several residential areas with a total of approximately 500 - 600 students. Duties of the position include training and supervising Community Advisors (CAs), assisting with the student staff selection and recruitment process, performing administrative tasks, serving in an on-call rotation and assisting with emergency response efforts, and providing general oversight and support to their designated residential area. This role will work primarily with first year students. The Assistant Director position is an 11-month appointment with full year benefits. This position includes some evening and weekend responsibilities.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a visiting assistant professor of spanish position in Modern Languages and Literatures, Department at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in July 2025. 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 February 27, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the 27th deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Computer Science	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College seeks to fill a two-year visiting position at the assistant professor level in the interdisciplinary Program in Computing beginning July 2025. We seek someone with a PhD in computer science (ABD considered) for whom the prospect of working in a collaborative, thoroughly interdisciplinary program sounds appealing. All areas of specialty will be considered. Prior teaching experience at a US college or university or an equivalent institution is strongly preferred. 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 explaining why the Kenyon College interdisciplinary Program in Computing is a good fit for the applicant; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement reflect on the applicant’s teaching and learning experiences, including experiences with and plans for teaching a diverse population with inclusive pedagogy; 4) a statement describing the applicant’s research accomplishments and future research directions; 5) an unofficial graduate transcript; 6) an unofficial undergraduate transcript; and 7) the contact information for three (3) references (at least one of whom will be able to address teaching). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin March 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the March 17, 2025, deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Assistant Director, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADDEI) – who reports directly to the Dean for DEI and Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the Division of Student Affairs – is committed to student success in the classroom, residence, and co-curricular experience. The Assistant Director has direct responsibility and administrative oversight as the coordinator of the Kenyon Educational Enrichment Program (KEEP)* and the Recognizing Each Other’s Ability to Conquer the Hill (REACH) Peer Mentoring Program**. The Assistant Director works closely with the Associate Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, College faculty, and staff to support the retention of students from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, religious and national backgrounds. The Assistant Director also assists the Dean, Director and the Associate Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in providing campus-wide programming to enrich the campus climate and quality of life for the Kenyon College community. The Assistant Director will partner with the Office of Student Engagement in providing direct support and coordination of multicultural student organizations. Within the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI), this position will have a particular focus on supporting students of color by identifying and addressing barriers to their success, and carrying out efforts to support them
Locksmith	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Locksmith in the Maintenance Department. This is a full-time, union position, with benefits, working Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Studies	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in Religious Studies with a specialization in Judaism as a sabbatical replacement in July 2025. We seek a broadly trained scholar of religion who can teach about Judaism in a range of historical and geographic contexts. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters (2/3 or 3/2). This includes one section of our department’s introduction to religion course (Encountering Religion in a Global Context) and four other introductory survey and advanced seminar courses in Judaism. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies, along with strong mentoring and academic support of diverse student populations. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will include: 1) A 2-page cover letter detailing teaching experience and teaching philosophy, as well as a description of scholarly work and research trajectory; 2) A curriculum vitae; 3) An unofficial transcript and 4) Contact information for three recommenders. Letters of reference will be requested from the top 25 candidates. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin February 21st, and will continue until the position is filled.
Visiting Assistant Professor of African History	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor in African History, beginning July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will teach both survey and upper-level seminar courses with an emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa. The visitor will also benefit from Kenyon students’ passionate interest in the humanities and strengthen their credentials with a year of teaching at Kenyon. Candidates should have a record of excellent teaching and a Ph.D. in hand or be near completion by the beginning of the appointment. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates advancing to the interview stage will be asked to submit a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses pedagogical inclusion of a diverse student population and an unofficial graduate school transcript. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin on Feb. 1 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates submitting materials by Feb. 1 will be guaranteed full consideration.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Physics	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon College Department of Physics is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to participate in the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) research group, with a focus on calibration of the LIGO detectors. This position requires a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy, and the position is ideal for a candidate who has already been involved in research in gravitational-wave physics and astronomy. The selected candidate will also receive a California Institute of Technology visiting research appointment in order to facilitate extended stays at the LIGO detectors as a participant in the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC) Fellows program. While on-site as an LSC Fellow, the selected candidate would be mentored by a LIGO Laboratory Senior Scientist. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://careers.kenyon.edu. Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, a resume or CV, unofficial transcript, and contact information for three professional references, including name, title and affiliation, phone number, and email address. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance into the final stages of the search process.
Marilyn Yarbrough Dissertation/Teaching Fellowship	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for the Marilyn Yarbrough Dissertation/Teaching Fellowship beginning in July 2025. The program is for scholars in the final stages of their doctoral work who need only to finish the dissertation to complete the requirements for the Ph.D. We hope the experience of teaching, researching, and living for a year at Kenyon will encourage these Fellows to consider a liberal arts college as a place to begin their careers as teachers and scholars. Kenyon College, located on an idyllic campus in the beautiful village of Gambier (50 miles NE of Columbus), enrolls approximately 1650 students and is ranked in the top tier of national liberal arts colleges. Kenyon prides itself on its reputation as an excellent teaching environment enriched by small classes, close contact with highly motivated and engaged students, and an excellent faculty of dedicated teacher scholars. For more specific information regarding the fellowship and 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, prior teaching experience, and the applicant's eligibility for the fellowship; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; and 3) contact information for three professional recommendations (system will automatically email reference writers). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website at http://careers.kenyon.edu Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the January 6th deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Part-Time Assistant Track & Field (Pole Vault) Coach	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Assistant Men's and Women's Track & Field (Pole Vault) Coach. This is a part-time, without benefits, position. Under the general direction of the Head Track & Field Coach, this coach will assist with the responsibilities of the NCAA D-III Men's and Women's Track & Field program in accordance with NCAA, NCAC, and Kenyon College policies and regulations. The Assistant Track & Field Coach will work in conjunction with the head coaches to fulfill the following responsibilities: train student-athletes in pole vault at practices and assist with program operations. It is also expected that the Part-Time Assistant Track and Field 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.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Biology	Gambier, OH
The Biology Department at Kenyon College in Gambier, OH, is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, 3-year post-doctoral position in the laboratory of Natalie Wright. This position is funded through a CAREER grant from the NSF to study why many species of birds exhibit sexual dimorphism in flight muscle size, but many others do not, and to understand how sexual dimorphism in flight muscle size impacts flight in wild birds. This project, spanning evolutionary ecology, morphology, and flight biomechanics, offers the successful applicant a chance to learn new research skills while building upon familiar ones. The postdoc will conduct research; collect, analyze, and synthesize data; present their work at conferences; and publish papers. The postdoctoral fellow will develop the skills necessary to succeed in a tenure-track position through collaboration on undergraduate teaching and student mentoring with Dr. Wright. Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. in biology or a related field by the start date of the appointment. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of prior research experience and publications, excellent written and oral communication skills, and a strong background in ornithology, evolutionary ecology, or flight biomechanics. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website: https://careers.kenyon.edu. Please email Natalie Wright (wright1@kenyon.edu) with questions. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Start date is flexible, but around July 1st, 2025 is preferred. Applications should include a cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing past research experience, scientific interests, and professional goals as they relate to the position, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.

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Director of Digital and Web Strategy	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Director of Digital and Web Strategy. With a deep understanding of today’s digital landscape and the tools that drive traffic and engagement, the director of digital and web strategy provides strategic direction for Kenyon’s award-winning website and insights to enhance the performance of digital marketing campaigns.
Painter/Interior Finish Technician	Gambier, OH
Kenyon is conducting a search to fill the Painter/Interior Finish Technician position in the Maintenance Department. This positions works Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. The hourly rate of pay for this full-time with benefits position is $29.53/hour.
Kitchen/Restaurant Manager, The Kenyon Inn and Restaurant	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon Inn and Restaurant is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Restaurant and Kitchen Manager. As the Restaurant and Kitchen Manager at the Kenyon Inn and Restaurant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring a seamless dining experience for our guests. Your responsibilities will include overseeing the day-to-day operations of both the front of the house and kitchen, supervising both areas and maintaining excellent customer service.
Parent Giving and Engagement Officer	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a nationally prominent top 40 private liberal arts college located on one of the most beautiful college campuses in the country, is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to serve in the newly created position of Parent Giving and Engagement Officer. This is a full time position with the opportunity for a hybrid remote work schedule. Salary will be commensurate with experience and a generous benefits package is available. The Parent Giving and Engagement Officer will report to the Director of Parent Giving and Engagement and join the dynamic and collaborative Advancement Division. Having recently closed the most successful comprehensive campaign in the College’s history, and having just celebrated Kenyon’s Bicentennial, the Advancement Division is poised to continue their proven excellence into the College’s third century. The Officer will be the next steward of a long-standing and respected parent giving program, implementing strategies that help grow leadership-level gifts in expansion of the annual fund and major gift programs. The Officer will have the opportunity to work closely with a portfolio of parent donors and prospective parent donors and will build relationships to engage, identify, qualify and solicit new donors, including parents of current students and family members of Kenyon alumni.
Postdoctoral Fellowship with the Center for the Study of American Democracy, One-year Residential	Gambier, OH
Postdoctoral Fellowship with the Center for the Study of American Democracy The Center for the Study of American Democracy invites applications for a one-year residential postdoctoral fellowship for the academic year 2025-26, with a start date of August 2025. This fellowship will explore the nexus between the market and society. Candidates will be jointly appointed with an appropriate affiliate department of the Center, such as economics, history, political science, philosophy or sociology. To be considered for the position, candidates must demonstrate a strong research interest in the role that free markets play in economic and political development. We encourage applications from candidates holding Ph.D.’s in economic history, economic sociology, new institutional economics, political philosophy, political economy, public policy, or similar fields. Fellows will advance their research agendas and teach one course per semester in an affiliate department of the Center, such as economics, history, political science, philosophy or sociology. Fellows will also assist with the activities of the Center, including participating in a research seminar, bringing speakers to campus, and organizing the Center’s political economy colloquium. Fellows are required to live in the local community and are expected to participate in the cultural life of Kenyon College by regularly attending readings, lectures, presentations, and other campus activities. The Center for the Study of American Democracy will provide a competitive salary plus health benefits.
Telecommunications Officer, Part-Time	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Campus Safety Telecommunications Officer, Part-Time. Hours worked per week and shifts worked will be dependent on coverage needs, including weekends and possibly holidays. The rate of pay is $16.50 per hour between the hours of 7:00am to 3:00pm, $17.75 between the hours of 3:00pm to 11:00pm and $18.00 between the hours of 11:00pm to 7:00am. Part-Time Campus Safety Telecommunication Officers receive double their hourly pay rate when scheduled to work a shift during recognized college holidays. This is a collectively bargained position and without benefits.
Seasonal Grounds Person	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for qualified candidates to fill the positions of Seasonal Grounds Persons. Seasonal Grounds Persons maintain weeding, mulching, hand mowing and trimming of campus and a wide variety of tasks working independently or as a member of a group, to maintain college-owned property and campus grounds; present a hazard-free and overall clean and neat campus appearance. Individual must understand that it may be necessary to work overtime, in order to provide a safe campus for students. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30am – 4:30pm, with a one-hour unpaid lunch. Rate of pay is $12.00 per hour.
Campus Safety Officer, Part Time	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Campus Safety Officer, Part-Time. Hours worked per week and shifts worked will be dependent on coverage needs, including weekends and possibly holidays. The rate of pay is $18.00 per hour between the hours of 7:00am to 3:00pm, $19.25 between the hours of 3:00pm to 11:00pm and $19.50 between the hours of 11:00pm to 7:00am. Part-Time Campus Safety Officers receive double their hourly pay rate when scheduled to work a shift during recognized college holidays. This is a collectively bargained position and without benefits.
Visiting Assistant Professor in Medieval History	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor in Medieval History beginning July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will teach both survey and seminar-level courses in medieval history in Europe and the broader Mediterranean world. We are seeking candidates whose research and teaching feature a global approach to studying medieval history. The visitor will also benefit from Kenyon students’ passionate interest in the humanities and strengthen their credentials with a year of teaching at Kenyon. Candidates should have a record of excellent teaching and a Ph.D. in hand or be near completion by the beginning of the appointment. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, an unofficial graduate school transcript, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates advancing to the interview stage will be asked to submit a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses the pedagogical inclusion of a diverse student population. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin on March 15 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates submitting materials by March 15 will be guaranteed full consideration. If you have any questions, please email Nurten Kilic-Schubel, chair of the search committee, at kilicn@kenyon.edu
Assistant Director of Residential Life	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Director of Residential Life. The Assistant Director of Residential Life coordinates the overall operation of several residential areas with a total of approximately 500 - 600 students. Duties of the position include training and supervising Community Advisors (CAs), assisting with the student staff selection and recruitment process, performing administrative tasks, serving in an on-call rotation and assisting with emergency response efforts, and providing general oversight and support to their designated residential area. This role will work primarily with first year students. The Assistant Director position is an 11-month appointment with full year benefits. This position includes some evening and weekend responsibilities.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Spanish	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a visiting assistant professor of spanish position in Modern Languages and Literatures, Department at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in July 2025. 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 February 27, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the 27th deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Computer Science	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College seeks to fill a two-year visiting position at the assistant professor level in the interdisciplinary Program in Computing beginning July 2025. We seek someone with a PhD in computer science (ABD considered) for whom the prospect of working in a collaborative, thoroughly interdisciplinary program sounds appealing. All areas of specialty will be considered. Prior teaching experience at a US college or university or an equivalent institution is strongly preferred. 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 explaining why the Kenyon College interdisciplinary Program in Computing is a good fit for the applicant; 2) a curriculum vitae; 3) a statement reflect on the applicant’s teaching and learning experiences, including experiences with and plans for teaching a diverse population with inclusive pedagogy; 4) a statement describing the applicant’s research accomplishments and future research directions; 5) an unofficial graduate transcript; 6) an unofficial undergraduate transcript; and 7) the contact information for three (3) references (at least one of whom will be able to address teaching). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin March 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the March 17, 2025, deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Assistant Director, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. The Assistant Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ADDEI) – who reports directly to the Dean for DEI and Director of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within the Division of Student Affairs – is committed to student success in the classroom, residence, and co-curricular experience. The Assistant Director has direct responsibility and administrative oversight as the coordinator of the Kenyon Educational Enrichment Program (KEEP)* and the Recognizing Each Other’s Ability to Conquer the Hill (REACH) Peer Mentoring Program**. The Assistant Director works closely with the Associate Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, College faculty, and staff to support the retention of students from diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, religious and national backgrounds. The Assistant Director also assists the Dean, Director and the Associate Provost for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in providing campus-wide programming to enrich the campus climate and quality of life for the Kenyon College community. The Assistant Director will partner with the Office of Student Engagement in providing direct support and coordination of multicultural student organizations. Within the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI), this position will have a particular focus on supporting students of color by identifying and addressing barriers to their success, and carrying out efforts to support them
Locksmith	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College is conducting a search for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Locksmith in the Maintenance Department. This is a full-time, union position, with benefits, working Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Religious Studies	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor in Religious Studies with a specialization in Judaism as a sabbatical replacement in July 2025. We seek a broadly trained scholar of religion who can teach about Judaism in a range of historical and geographic contexts. The teaching load is five courses over two semesters (2/3 or 3/2). This includes one section of our department’s introduction to religion course (Encountering Religion in a Global Context) and four other introductory survey and advanced seminar courses in Judaism. Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching, including the use of inclusive pedagogies, along with strong mentoring and academic support of diverse student populations. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. A complete application will include: 1) A 2-page cover letter detailing teaching experience and teaching philosophy, as well as a description of scholarly work and research trajectory; 2) A curriculum vitae; 3) An unofficial transcript and 4) Contact information for three recommenders. Letters of reference will be requested from the top 25 candidates. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website. Review of applications will begin February 21st, and will continue until the position is filled.
Visiting Assistant Professor of African History	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor in African History, beginning July 1, 2025. The successful candidate will teach both survey and upper-level seminar courses with an emphasis on sub-Saharan Africa. The visitor will also benefit from Kenyon students’ passionate interest in the humanities and strengthen their credentials with a year of teaching at Kenyon. Candidates should have a record of excellent teaching and a Ph.D. in hand or be near completion by the beginning of the appointment. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three professional references. Candidates advancing to the interview stage will be asked to submit a statement of teaching philosophy that addresses pedagogical inclusion of a diverse student population and an unofficial graduate school transcript. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at http://careers.kenyon.edu. Review of applications will begin on Feb. 1 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates submitting materials by Feb. 1 will be guaranteed full consideration.
Postdoctoral Researcher in Physics	Gambier, OH
The Kenyon College Department of Physics is seeking a postdoctoral researcher to participate in the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-wave Observatory (LIGO) research group, with a focus on calibration of the LIGO detectors. This position requires a Ph.D. in physics or astronomy, and the position is ideal for a candidate who has already been involved in research in gravitational-wave physics and astronomy. The selected candidate will also receive a California Institute of Technology visiting research appointment in order to facilitate extended stays at the LIGO detectors as a participant in the LIGO Scientific Collaboration (LSC) Fellows program. While on-site as an LSC Fellow, the selected candidate would be mentored by a LIGO Laboratory Senior Scientist. To apply, candidates should visit the online application site found at https://careers.kenyon.edu. Interested candidates must submit a letter of interest, a resume or CV, unofficial transcript, and contact information for three professional references, including name, title and affiliation, phone number, and email address. References will be contacted only for candidates who advance into the final stages of the search process.
Marilyn Yarbrough Dissertation/Teaching Fellowship	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College, a highly selective, nationally ranked liberal arts college in central Ohio, invites applications for the Marilyn Yarbrough Dissertation/Teaching Fellowship beginning in July 2025. The program is for scholars in the final stages of their doctoral work who need only to finish the dissertation to complete the requirements for the Ph.D. We hope the experience of teaching, researching, and living for a year at Kenyon will encourage these Fellows to consider a liberal arts college as a place to begin their careers as teachers and scholars. Kenyon College, located on an idyllic campus in the beautiful village of Gambier (50 miles NE of Columbus), enrolls approximately 1650 students and is ranked in the top tier of national liberal arts colleges. Kenyon prides itself on its reputation as an excellent teaching environment enriched by small classes, close contact with highly motivated and engaged students, and an excellent faculty of dedicated teacher scholars. For more specific information regarding the fellowship and 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, prior teaching experience, and the applicant's eligibility for the fellowship; 2) a Curriculum Vitae; and 3) contact information for three professional recommendations (system will automatically email reference writers). All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon’s employment website at http://careers.kenyon.edu Review of applications will begin January 6, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. Completed applications received by the January 6th deadline will be guaranteed full consideration.
Part-Time Assistant Track & Field (Pole Vault) Coach	Gambier, OH
Kenyon College invites applications for the position of Assistant Men's and Women's Track & Field (Pole Vault) Coach. This is a part-time, without benefits, position. Under the general direction of the Head Track & Field Coach, this coach will assist with the responsibilities of the NCAA D-III Men's and Women's Track & Field program in accordance with NCAA, NCAC, and Kenyon College policies and regulations. The Assistant Track & Field Coach will work in conjunction with the head coaches to fulfill the following responsibilities: train student-athletes in pole vault at practices and assist with program operations. It is also expected that the Part-Time Assistant Track and Field 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.
Postdoctoral Fellow in Biology	Gambier, OH
The Biology Department at Kenyon College in Gambier, OH, is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, 3-year post-doctoral position in the laboratory of Natalie Wright. This position is funded through a CAREER grant from the NSF to study why many species of birds exhibit sexual dimorphism in flight muscle size, but many others do not, and to understand how sexual dimorphism in flight muscle size impacts flight in wild birds. This project, spanning evolutionary ecology, morphology, and flight biomechanics, offers the successful applicant a chance to learn new research skills while building upon familiar ones. The postdoc will conduct research; collect, analyze, and synthesize data; present their work at conferences; and publish papers. The postdoctoral fellow will develop the skills necessary to succeed in a tenure-track position through collaboration on undergraduate teaching and student mentoring with Dr. Wright. Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. in biology or a related field by the start date of the appointment. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of prior research experience and publications, excellent written and oral communication skills, and a strong background in ornithology, evolutionary ecology, or flight biomechanics. All application materials must be submitted electronically through Kenyon's employment website: https://careers.kenyon.edu. Please email Natalie Wright (wright1@kenyon.edu) with questions. Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Start date is flexible, but around July 1st, 2025 is preferred. Applications should include a cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing past research experience, scientific interests, and professional goals as they relate to the position, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three references.

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