School of International Service American University Washington, DC Global Environmental Politics Open Rank Faculty Position
The School of International Service (SIS) invites applications for a
tenure-line faculty member at the assistant, associate or full professor
level in the program of Global Environmental Politics. Start date is
August 2010.
Global Environmental Politics is one of eight programs within the School
of International Service. The program offers a wide range of courses and
supports research in environmental affairs in a transnational context.
Ideal candidates will have a research agenda focused on the most pressing
environmental challenges, a strong commitment to teaching and advising,
and willingness and ability to participate in school and university
governance.
We are seeking candidates with practical as well as theoretical expertise
in environmental affairs. Areas of specialization include but are not
limited to: international environmental policy, sustainable development,
transnational environmental ethics, comparative environmental policy,
environmental design, sustainable agriculture and environmental political
economy.
Candidates should:
Hold a Ph D or equivalent degree in a related discipline
Have a record of research excellence and commitment to an
on-going, productive research program
Have proven teaching and mentoring ability
Applications should include:
a letter describing research and teaching interests and relevant
professional or field experience
a curriculum vitae
three letters of reference
evidence of teaching effectiveness, including sample syllabi
a writing sample
Send these materials to: Chair, GEP Faculty Search Committee, School of
International Service, American University, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW,
Washington, DC 20016-8071. For full consideration, please apply before
October 15, 2009.
An EEO/AA University. The University is committed
to a diverse faculty, staff, and student body. Women and minority
candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Paul Wapner
Associate Professor
Director, Global Environmental Politics Program
School of International Service
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington DC 20016
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