University of Nevada-Las Vegas

[Department Website][APSA elisting(requires membership)] Political Science, Assistant or Associate Professor of Political Science Institution: University of Nevada Las Vegas Location: Las Vegas, NV Category: Faculty - Liberal Arts - Political Science Posted: 10/11/2005 Application Due: Open Until Filled Type: Full Time The Department of Political Science at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications from well-qualified individuals for a full-time, tenure-track position in International Relations specializing in international human rights. This position will be filled at the assistant or the associate professor level commencing Fall 2006. In addition to introductory courses in American politics and international relations, the successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in his or her areas of expertise. Knowledge of and ability to teach courses in international security, conflict resolution, social movements, or gender politics will be considered a plus. Other responsibilities include: engaging in research leading to scholarly, peer-reviewed publications; mentoring undergraduate and graduate students; providing appropriate levels of service at the department, college and university levels. Required qualifications at the assistant professor level include an earned doctorate in Political Science from an accredited college or university completed by the time of appointment; evidence of a strong research program or the potential to develop one; evidence of scholarly activities leading to peer-reviewed publications; and excellence in teaching. Candidates applying at the associate professor level must possess a Ph.D. in Political Science from an accredited college or university and provide evidence of continuous scholarly productivity, publication of high quality research, excellence in teaching, and a continuous record of professional and university service. Salary competitive; contingent on labor market. Position is contingent upon funding. Application materials must include a current resume, detailed cover letter, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe qualifications and experience, since the initial review will serve to evaluate applicants based on documented, relevant qualifications and professional work experience. The review of materials will begin October 25, 2005. Materials should be addressed to Jonathan R. Strand, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV’s on-line applicant portal, contact Bob Sitts at (702) 895-1655 or hrsearch@unlv.edu. UNLV is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity educator and employer committed to excellence through diversity. Application Information Contact: University of Nevada Las Vegas Online App. Form: https://hrsearch.unlv.edu