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

Professor of the Practice of International Affairs, Specialization in U.S. Foreign Policy

The Elliott School of International Affairs at The George Washington University invites applications for a full-time (12-month), non-tenure-accruing, contract faculty position in U.S. foreign policy. The appointment will be as Professor of the Practice of International Affairs (or Associate Professor of Practice, if appropriate) for a three-year renewable term starting in January or June 2010. Salary is commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for six courses: two in the fall semester, two in the spring semester, and two as Director of the Elliott School’s U.S. Foreign Policy Summer Program.

Basic qualifications: An advanced degree in a relevant social science discipline or interdisciplinary field; significant professional experience and broad expertise in U.S. foreign policy including the policymaking process and current policy challenges as evidenced by substantial and lengthy professional employment in the U.S. foreign policy arena (governmental, nongovernmental, international, or private sectors). Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. in a relevant social science discipline or interdisciplinary field; teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Application procedure: Applicants should send a letter of interest detailing 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 U.S. Foreign Policy Search Committee, c/o Stacy Groff at ESIAFAC@gwu.edu, or hard copy to Ms. Groff, The Elliott School of International Affairs, 1957 E St. NW, Suite 401, Washington, D.C. 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.