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VIRGINIA
TECH
Department of Political Science
Assistant Professor, Political Theory
The Department of Political Science at Virginia Tech
invites applications for a tenure track appointment in the field of
Political Theory at the level of Assistant Professor, beginning August 18,
2008.
Required qualifications: Earned doctorate in political science at the time
of application with a clearly defined area of specialization in political
theory, and demonstrated experience in both research and teaching.
Desired qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates whose
research specialization is political theory, and the candidate must be
able to teach our large introductory undergraduate core lecture course in
the history of political thought. Candidates should have strong, broad
training in political theory, and be able to work within an
interdisciplinary setting with other colleagues in the newly approved
cross-college ASPECT (Alliance for Social Political Ethical and Cultural
Thought) doctoral program, focusing the application of social, political,
ethical, and cultural theory to contemporary political challenges,
cultural conflicts, social problems, and civil societies in both the
U.S.A. and abroad (http://www.aspect.vt.edu).
In particular, we would be interested in individuals who enjoy
interdisciplinary collaborative team teaching and research.
Position: The successful candidate will be expected to have an active and
substantial research program in political theory, especially early modern,
modern or contemporary political theories. Applicants also must be
able to contribute as graduate-level faculty to Virginia Tech's ASPECT
Ph.D program, and to teach large undergraduate lecture courses in
political theory. The teaching load for this position is two courses
per semester.
Applicants must apply on-line at www.jobs.vt.edu.
Select Search Postings and search for political science under
department tab. Please submit the following materials: cover letter,
current CV, graduate transcripts, a writing sample, teaching evaluations,
and three letters of recommendation.
Any requested materials that cannot be submitted through the on-line
application website, should be mailed to: Timothy W. Luke and Wolfgang
Natter, Co-Chairs, Political Theory/ASPECT Search Committee, Department of
Political Science, Virginia Tech, 531 Major Williams Hall (0130),
Blacksburg, VA 24061.
Screening of applications will begin February 22, 2008 and continue until
the position is filled.
For additional information regarding the position contact Professor Luke
(email: twluke@vt.edu; phone: 540-231-6633) or Professor Natter (email: wnatter@vt.edu;
phone: 540-231-0694).
Virginia Tech has a strong commitment to diversity and seeks a broad
spectrum of candidates, including women, veterans, minorities and people
with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities desiring
accommodations in the application process should notify the Co-Chairs of
the Search Committee or the Virginia Tech Relay Service, 1-800-828-1129.
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