California State University, Fullerton

[Department Website][APSA elisting(requires membership)] DEPARTMENT OF POLITICS, ADMINISTRATION AND JUSTICE COLLEGE OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES American Foreign Policy, International Relations Tenure Track The Division of Politics, Administration and Justice at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science with teaching beginning in Fall, 2006. Position We seek applicants in the field of international relations with the ability to teach American foreign policy. We are particularly interested in those with interests in substantive areas such as global governance, human rights, immigration, terrorism, and environmental justice. Teaching assignment may also include a sophomore-level introductory methods and skills course for majors. Faculty members advise undergraduate students and serve on academic committees. Positive tenure and promotion decisions require excellent teaching; excellence in research, including publication in peer-reviewed outlets relevant to the fields above; and participation in the broader academic community Qualifications • A Ph.D. is required by the time of appointment. • Preference will be given to applicants who have demonstrated experience of effective teaching in ways that encourage active learning. • Must be broadly trained and capable of teaching both the B.A. and M.A. programs in political science. • Scholarly familiarity is necessary in one or more of the following areas: Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, or East Asia. • Successful candidates should be able to interact effectively with a wide and diverse range of students and colleagues. Rank and Salary The position is at the rank of Assistant Professor, tenure-track. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Salary is subject to budgetary authorization and any California State University System faculty contract increases. Additional teaching in summer and intersession is often available. An excellent comprehensive benefits package is available which includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner and/or dependent fee-waiver; access to campus child-care as well as affordable housing program; and a defined-benefit retirement through the state system, along with optional tax-sheltering opportunities. For a detailed description of benefits, go to: http://hr.fullerton.edu/benefits/compare_benefits.htm Appointment Date August 2006 Application Procedure Please send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. syllabi and evaluations), an example of scholarly research, and graduate transcripts(s). Applicants who have additional expertise in other areas of political science are asked to describe those interests as well and are especially encouraged to apply. Send materials to: Professor Phillip Gianos, Chair Division of Politics, Administration and Justice California State University, Fullerton P.O Box 6848 Fullerton, California 92834-6848 Application Deadline Application review begins immediately. To insure full consideration, please submit all materials by October 15, 2005. Position is open until filled. Cal State Fullerton is an Equal Opportunity/ Title IX/503/504/VEVRA/ADA Employer