Tenure-track position
Public Law
Assistant Professor of Political Science, Allegheny College.
The
Department of Political Science invites applicants for a tenure-track
position in Public Law (specialty open) beginning in August, 2009.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach core classes in
Constitutional Law and Civil Rights and Civil Liberties. The candidate
may also be asked to contribute to the programs of Allegheny Colleges
Center for Political Participation, which seeks new strategies and
mechanisms for promoting political participation among all citizens,
with a particular focus on young Americans. Ph.D. completed or near
completion preferred. Teaching responsibilities are a six course
equivalent. All faculty are expected to participate in delivering
college-wide first-year/sophomore seminars that emphasize writing and
speaking. The successful candidate will provide evidence of excellence
in teaching, ongoing scholarship and professional development.
Allegheny College is a highly selective private liberal arts college
with a dedicated faculty of teacher-scholars. Please submit a
curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample,
and teaching evaluations or other indications of effective teaching by
October 15, 2008 to Professor Sharon R., Wesoky, Chair, Department of
Political Science, Box 55, Allegheny College, Meadville, PA
16335-3902. Allegheny College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a
strong institutional commitment to develop a diverse faculty and staff.
Women and members of other under-represented groups are encouraged to
apply.
