Department of Political Science UIC

Assistant Professor in Urban Politics Search, Fall 2007 

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The Department of Political Science at the University of Illinois at

Chicago invites applications for the position of tenure track Assistant

Professor in urban politics beginning fall 2008, subject to budgetary approval. Although a formal background in political science is preferred, candidates from other disciplines will be considered. The position is open with regard to region of specialization (U.S. or non-U.S.) and theoretical and methodological approach. We seek candidates with Ph.D. in hand or very near completion and a strong research agenda and commitment to teaching.  Faculty members are expected to maintain an active research program and to teach two courses per semester at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.  UIC is located in the heart of Chicago, and provides excellent research support through the Great Cities Institute and other campus resources. Applications should include the candidate's research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and copies of publications or papers.  The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.  For full consideration, materials should be sent by November 12, 2007 to Professor Dick Simpson, Head, Department of Political Science, University of

Illinois at Chicago, m/c 276, Chicago, IL 60607-7137. For more information, see http://www/uic.edu/depts/pols.

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Department of Political Science UIC

Associate Professor in State Politics Search, Fall 2007 

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The Department of Political Science at the University of Illinois at Chicago in conjunction with the Institute of Government and Public Affairs invites applications for the position of Associate

Professor in state politics beginning fall 2008, subject to budgetary approval. The position is open with regard to theoretical and methodological approach. We seek candidates with a strong research agenda and a commitment to teaching and public service.  Faculty members are expected to maintain an active research program and to teach two courses per year at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels, and, as part of their Institute of Public Affairs appointment, they are expected to do research, make public presentations, and do policy papers on state politics and government.  UIC is located in the heart of Chicago, and provides excellent research support. Applications should include the candidate's research, public policy, and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and copies of publications or papers.  The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Women and members of minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.  For full consideration, materials should be sent by January 15, 2008 to Professor Dick Simpson, Head, Department of Political Science, University of Illinois at Chicago, m/c 276, Chicago, IL 60607-7137. For more information, see http://www/uic.edu/depts/pols.