Job Openings 2009-2010
University Professor of International Affairs
The George Washington University seeks to appoint a distinguished scholar/teacher to the highest regular active-status faculty rank in the University, that of GW University Professor, a rank currently held by only eight individuals. The position will be GW University Professor of International Affairs. Qualifications: The position calls for special qualifications and offers special status and privileges. Candidates for appointment must have a stellar record of nationally and internationally recognized research and scholarship in a relevant discipline or in interdisciplinary work, and must have made substantial and innovative contributions to scholarly knowledge as well as to the illumination of contemporary international issues and problems. Candidates must be committed to continuing this research and scholarship as a University Professor. Demonstrated teaching excellence is expected. GW University Professors enjoy unusual freedom in determining their programs of teaching and research in which they are entitled (and expected) to cross boundaries between disciplines and schools. GW University Professors are expected to teach one course per year that is open to all undergraduates and are free to teach other undergraduate and graduate courses. They have no formal administrative responsibilities but are expected to exercise leadership in their areas of expertise both within the University and in their respective professions. In the present case, beyond the obvious implications of the title, there are no fixed constraints on the disciplinary affiliations or prior career patterns of potential candidates. Review of applications will commence December 1, 2009, and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred start date is August 2010. Salary and terms of the appointment are negotiable. To Apply: To be considered, applications with c.v. and a brief statement of interest should be sent by e-mail or mailed to: Miki Kaplan, Office of Academic Affairs, The George Washington University, Rice Hall Suite 813, 2121 Eye Street, NW, Washington, DC 20052; E-mail submissions should be directed to evpaa@gwu.edu, with the subject line: University Professor. Only complete applications will be considered. Nominations are strongly encouraged, and should be directed to evpaa@gwu.edu. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. The University seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber.
International Relations
The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in International Relations. The search is open as to research specialty. Basic Qualifications: Applicants must have an active, theoretically-oriented research agenda as evidenced by working papers or publications, and be prepared to teach graduate and undergraduate courses. ABDs will be considered but must complete the PhD by August 15, 2010. Application Procedure: submit a letter of application, CV, at least three letters of recommendation, a summary of teaching evaluations, and samples of written work TO: Martha Finnemore, International Relations Search Committee, Department of Political Science, George Washington University, 440 Monroe Hall, 2115 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on October 11, 2009 and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
National and International Security Policy
The Elliott School of International Affairs and the Department of Political Science at The George Washington University invite applications for an entry-level, tenure-line position in National and International Security Policy. This position will be available starting in academic year 2010-11. The position involves teaching B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. students in the Department of Political Science and the Elliott School, and participation in the Elliott School’s Institute for Security and Conflict Studies and its M.A. program in Security Policy Studies. Basic qualifications: A.B.D. status or a Ph.D. in political science with expertise in national and international security policy issues. Applicants who are A.B.D. must complete all requirements for the Ph.D. by August 15, 2010 to be appointed as an assistant professor; otherwise, the initial appointment would be at the rank of Instructor with the understanding that the Ph.D. must be completed by May 31, 2011. Applicants must have an active and theoretically informed research agenda as demonstrated by strong publications or work in progress, teaching experience or potential, and an interest in policy issues that will support the mission of the Elliott School. Preferred qualification: Expertise on weapon proliferation and arms control. Application procedure: Applicants should send a letter of interest detailing research and teaching interests and qualifications, a current curriculum vitae, course syllabi (if available), course evaluations (if available), a writing sample, and three letters of recommendation to: National and International Security Policy Search Committee, c/o Stacy Groff at ESIAFAC@gwu.edu, or hard copy to Ms. Groff, The Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University, 1957 E St., NW, Suite 401, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on November 2, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. The University seeks to attract a diverse faculty of the highest caliber; women and people of color are particularly encouraged to apply. The George Washington University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.
International Security
The Elliott School of International Affairs and the Department of Political Science at The George Washington University invite applications for a tenure-line position in International Security. The position is open rank (assistant, associate or full professor) and begins in academic year 2010-11. The position involves teaching B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. students in the Department of Political Science and the Elliott School, and participation in the Elliott School’s Institute for Security and Conflict Studies and its M.A. program in Security Policy Studies. Basic qualifications: A.B.D. status or a Ph.D. in political science with expertise in the area of international security. Applicants who are A.B.D. must complete all requirements for the Ph.D. by August 15, 2010 to be appointed as an assistant professor; otherwise, the initial appointment would be at the rank of Instructor with the understanding that the Ph.D. must be completed by May 31, 2011. Applicants must have an active and theoretically informed research agenda as demonstrated by strong publications or work in progress, teaching experience or potential, and an interest in policy issues that will support the mission of the Elliott School. Application procedure: Applicants should send a letter of interest detailing research and teaching interests and qualifications, a current curriculum vitae, course syllabi (if available), course evaluations (if available), a writing sample, and names and contact information for three references to: International Security Search Committee, c/o Stacy Groff at ESIAFAC@gwu.edu, or hard copy to Ms. Groff, The Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University, 1957 E St., NW, Suite 401, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on November 2, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. The University seeks to attract a diverse faculty of the highest caliber; women and people of color are particularly encouraged to apply. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Politics of the Middle East
The Elliott School of International Affairs and the Department of Political Science at The George Washington University invite applications for an entry-level, tenure-line position in the Politics of the Middle East. This position will be available starting in academic year 2010- 11. The position involves teaching B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. students in the Department of Political Science and the Elliott School, and participation in the Elliott School’s Institute for Middle East Studies, Institute for Security and Conflict Studies, and M.A. programs. Basic qualifications: A.B.D. status or a Ph.D. in political science with expertise in the politics of the Middle East with specialization in security, conflict, and conflict resolution. Applicants who are A.B.D. must complete all requirements for the Ph.D. by August 15, 2010 to be appointed as an assistant professor; otherwise, the initial appointment would be at the rank of Instructor with the understanding that the Ph.D. must be completed by May 31, 2011. Applicants must have an active and theoretically informed research agenda as demonstrated by strong publications or work in progress, teaching experience or potential, and an interest in policy issues that will support the mission of the Elliott School. Application procedure: Applicants should send a letter of interest detailing research and teaching interests and qualifications, a current curriculum vitae, course syllabi (if available), course evaluations (if available), a writing sample, and three letters of reference to: Middle East Politics Search Committee, c/o Stacy Groff at ESIAFAC@gwu.edu, or hard copy to Ms. Groff, The Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University, 1957 E St., NW, Suite 401, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on November 2, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. The University seeks to attract a diverse faculty of the highest caliber; women and people of color are particularly encouraged to apply. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
International Environmental Policy and Sustainable Development
The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs invites applications for a tenure-line position in International Environmental Policy and Sustainable Development. The position is open with respect to rank (assistant, associate or full professor) and open with respect to discipline. This position will begin in academic year 2010-11. The position involves teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Basic Qualifications: A.B.D. status or a Ph.D. in a relevant social science discipline or multi-disciplinary field with expertise in environmental challenges such as climate change, energy use, and natural resource issues; sustainable development challenges in relation to the environment; and national and international policy options. Applicants who are A.B.D. must complete all requirements for the Ph.D. by August 15, 2010 to be appointed as an assistant professor; otherwise, the initial appointment would be at the rank of Instructor with the understanding that the Ph.D. must be completed by May 31, 2011. Applicants must have an active and theoretically informed research agenda as demonstrated by strong publications or work in progress, teaching experience or potential, and an interest in policy issues that will support the mission of the Elliott School. Application procedure: Applicants should send a letter of interest detailing research and teaching interests and qualifications, a current curriculum vitae, course syllabi (if available), course evaluations (if available), a writing sample, and names and contact information for three references to: International Environmental Policy and Sustainable Development Search Committee, c/o Stacy Groff at ESIAFAC@gwu.edu, or hard copy to Ms. Groff, The Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University, 1957 E St., NW, Suite 401, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on November 2, 2009 and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. The University seeks to attract a diverse faculty of the highest caliber; women and people of color are particularly encouraged to apply. The George Washington University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
