GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University

Professor- 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.