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Date: 1/29/08 Job Title: Assistant Professor Institution: Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University Department: Political Science Job Description: 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. 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 PhD program, and to teach large undergraduate lecture courses in political theory. The teaching load for this position is two courses per semester 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. Materials Needed: 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. 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. Contact Information:
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