Clinician-Educator Faculty

Job Title: Clinician-Educator Faculty
Location: The Werner Institute, Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska
Position Type: Non-Tenure Track, three year, renewable contract, Full-time, 12 months (Exempt)
Opening Date: March 1, 2016
Closing Date: Open until filled

The Werner Institute at Creighton University School of Law welcomes applications for a full-time (12 months), non-tenure track, three year, and renewable contract position as Clinician-Educator Faculty. The successful candidate will teach graduate courses focusing on Conflict Analysis and Conflict Engagement in the graduate level program and/or the law program. The position will also involve serving as an academic advisor to students; collaborating with and advising colleagues and the Director in the development of curriculum, workshops, facilitations, and training; collaborating in academic research activities; maintaining a professional profile through professional service; and participating in community service. Physical presence in Omaha is required.

The Werner Institute provides an interdisciplinary program leading to master's degrees and graduate certificates in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution for students from a variety of fields, including mid-career professionals. The academic program is offered as a hybrid program: on-campus and online. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in both modalities. The Werner Institute teaches individuals how to engage conflict and resolve disputes effectively, efficiently, and humanely. The mission is consistent with the Jesuit Catholic tradition of social justice, responsible leadership, and professional distinction. With an interdisciplinary foundation and a focus on collaboration and open inquiry, the Institute supports the mission of Creighton University, one of the nation’s leading Jesuit universities for more than a century.

Skills/Qualifications:

A terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., J.D.) with demonstrated depth and expertise in conflict engagement; substantial training and experience in conflict engagement (including negotiation, mediation, civic engagement, facilitation, and other processes); and a background in teaching and/or training are required. The candidate should also demonstrate strong interpersonal skills; have excellent oral and written communication skills; be a systems thinker; engage in interdisciplinary work, and have the ability to work collaboratively.

Strong preference will be given to candidates with a record of university level teaching or training in conflict resolution; experience as a primary facilitator and/or mediator of disputes; experience with both traditional and online teaching; an interdisciplinary focus; and practical facilitation experience. Application deadline is April 15, 2016; if not filled, the deadline will be extended to the 1st of each month thereafter until the search is closed. Additional information about The Werner Institute is available at https://law.creighton.edu/werner-institute.

To apply, please send a cover letter that addresses your background and experience, with emphasis on why you would be interested in the position and your teaching philosophy; curriculum vitae; a writing sample; the names of at least two references; official transcripts; teaching/workshop evaluations; and salary requirements to: http://careers.creighton.edu

Fellow of Conflict Engagement

Job Title: Fellow of Conflict Engagement
Location: The Werner Institute, Creighton University School of Law, Omaha, Nebraska
Position Type: Fellowship, two year non-renewable contract, Full-time, 12 months (Exempt)
Opening Date: March 1, 2016
Closing Date: Open until filled

The Werner Institute at Creighton University School of Law welcomes applications for a full-time (12 months), two year non-renewable contract position in Conflict Engagement. As a Fellow of Conflict Engagement, the successful candidate will teach graduate courses focusing on Conflict Analysis and Conflict Engagement. The position will also involve assisting with assessment; collaborating with and advising colleagues and the Director in development of workshops, facilitations, and training; and maintaining a professional profile through community service. Physical presence in Omaha is required.

The Werner Institute provides an interdisciplinary program leading to master's degrees and graduate certificates in Negotiation and Conflict Resolution for students from a variety of fields, including mid-career professionals. The academic program is offered as a hybrid program: on-campus and online. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in both modalities. The Werner Institute teaches individuals how to engage conflict and resolve disputes effectively, efficiently, and humanely. The mission is consistent with the Jesuit Catholic tradition of social justice, responsible leadership, and professional distinction. With an interdisciplinary foundation and a focus on collaboration and open inquiry, the Institute supports the mission of Creighton University, one of the nation’s leading Jesuit universities for more than a century.

Skills/Qualifications:

A Masters in Conflict Studies (or Masters in the Social Sciences); between 2-5 years training and experience in conflict engagement (including negotiation, mediation, civic engagement, facilitation, and other processes); and a background in teaching and/or training are required. The qualified candidate will demonstrate strong interpersonal skills; possess excellent oral and written communication skills; be a systems thinker, and be able to work collaboratively.

Strong preference will be given to candidates with a record of training in conflict resolution; experience as a facilitator and/or mediator of disputes; relevant work with traditional as well as online teaching; interdisciplinary focus; and practical conflict engagement experience. Application deadline is April 15, 2016; if not filled, the deadline will be extended to the 1st of each month thereafter until the search is closed. Additional information about The Werner Institute is available at https://law.creighton.edu/werner-institute.

To apply, please send a cover letter that addresses your background and experience, with emphasis on why you would be interested in the position and your teaching philosophy; curriculum vitae; a writing sample; the names of at least two references; official transcripts; teaching/workshop evaluations; and salary requirements to: http://careers.creighton.edu