Political Science - Assistant Professor (2 Positions)
Tenure-track positions to start Fall Term 2005. We are interested in candidates who can combine disciplinary expertise with an ability to contribute to a new interdisciplinary program emphasizing public service and leadership. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in two or more of the following areas: Political Theory; Constitutional Law; Research Methods; Public Policy and Administration (including governmental and non-governmental service); American Political Institutions; Comparative Politics. Ph.D. required by time of appointment.
Candidates should enjoy teaching a wide variety of undergraduate courses and be committed to excellence in teaching. Other responsibilities include active scholarship, supervising undergraduate research, and service to the campus community. Our faculty has a deep commitment to quality undergraduate liberal arts education, including student development in a residential setting, and interdisciplinary, intercultural, and international education. Full-time teaching load is 6 courses per year; salaries, benefits, and support for professional development are competitive.
Review of applications will begin November 15, 2004. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, samples of professional writing, evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcript, and three current letters of reference to:
Derick Hulme, Chair
Political Science Department
Alma College
614 W. Superior St.
Alma, MI 48801
Posted: Thu, October 14th, 2004 at 10:49AM
