University of Victoria Offers Tenure-Track Appointment in East Asian Politics
August 19, 2003, Victoria, British Columbia
by Department of Political Science, University of Victoria
Candidates should demonstrate the ability to teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in this field, as well as an introductory course in Comparative Politics. Applicants should have completed doctoral training. Those with clear scholarly promise, a record of scholarly publication, and significant teaching experience at the University level will receive preference. The successful candidate should also expect to become involved in continuing the University's profile in East Asia, especially with regard to academic exchange programs. The Department of Political Science maintains a strong commitment to excellence, equity, and to increasing the diversity of approaches and perspectives in teaching and research.
The University of Victoria is an equity employer, and encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, peoples of all sexual orientations and genders, and others who may contribute to the University's further diversification. However, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian nationals and permanent residents will have priority.
To ensure consideration, applications should arrive no later than 15 November 2003. Please direct applications to Professor Colin J. Bennett, Chair, Department of Political Science, University of Victoria, Post Office Box 350, Victoria, BC Canada V8W 3P5. Applications should include (1) a letter of application reviewing the candidate's qualifications, experience, research plans, and teaching preferences; (2)a current CV; (3) a single article-length sample of the candidate's scholarly work; and (4) the names of three references, each of whom the candidate has asked to send a letter of reference directly to the Chair.
See http://web.uvic.ca/poli for more information.