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Assistant Professor, International Political Economy

University of Vermont

Posted: September 11, 2009

Description:
The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track position in International Political Economy at the rank of assistant professor beginning Fall, 2010. PhD (or ABD) in Political Science or International Relations is required. Preference will be given to candidates with research and teaching interests in globalization and/or global inequalities. Teaching duties will include introductory courses in International Relations and Global Studies, as well as related upper level undergraduate offerings. The successful candidate will also be expected to undertake an active program of research that leads to publication and presentation in peer-reviewed scholarly outlets and, where available, to seek extramural funding for that research.

Deadline:
Consideration of applications will begin October 9, 2009.

Minimum Requirements:
Phd (or ABD) in Political Science or International Relations

Preferred Qualifications:
The College is committed to fostering and affirming an inclusive, multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment for its students, staff and faculty. In their cover letters, applicants are requested to include a description of how they can contribute to the College’s goals in this area.

Documents Required:
Candidates must apply online at www.uvmjobs.com. Search for the position using department name (Political Science) only. Attach a statement of interest (see below) and curriculum vitae to your application. Supporting documentation will be accepted until the position is filled. In addition, three (3) or more hardcopy letters of recommendation, a graduate transcript, a brief writing sample, and teaching evaluations (if available) should be sent directly, either by fax (802:656-0758) or by regular mail, to the following address:

    International Political Economy Search Committee
    Department of Political Science
    The University of Vermont
    94 University Place, 536 Old Mill
    Burlington, VT 05405-0114.

Contact Information:
Inquiries about the status of an application may be made by email to political.science@uvm.edu.

Additional Information:
The University of Vermont is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. The Department is committed to increasing faculty diversity and welcomes applications from women and underrepresented ethnic, racial and cultural groups and from people with disabilities.

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