We have a job announcement coming out in a few weeks also. Just like
Portland State, we are demanding -- unrealistically perhaps -- that the new
applicants have the ability to raise money through grants. It's all part of
the new emphasis on making the universities run like businesses. Martin, I'm
sure glad that I got into this racket when I did and do not have to face the
same obstacles that you do.
martin schiller wrote:
> Michael Perelman said on 10/27/00 4:27 PM
>
> >Assistant professor opening for candidate with teaching fields that
> >include international economics (trade and finance), economic
> >development, and macroeconomics. Capacity for generating a promising
> >publication record in international economics or economic development.
> >Capacity for finding external support for scholarly activities.
>
> Does this simply mean that they have no money for research? What would
> this situation be like? A cubicle with an internet connection? Or would
> you just have to find you a place to work and show up at the classroom on
> time?
>
> >Candidate should display exceptional ability in classroom lecturing to a
> >diverse student body at an urban university campus. Specialization in
> >economies of Latin America preferred. Candidate should have Ph.D. prior
> >to September 2001. Send curriculum vita with cover letter and 3 letters
> >of recommendation. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer.
> >CONTACT: Chair, Hiring Committee, Dept. of Economics, Portland State
> >University, P.O. Box 751, Portland, OR 97207-0751.
>
> Maybe everybody else knows and I'm just curious what kind of life a
> person who sought this job might expect or be preparing for.
--
Michael Perelman
Economics Department
California State University
Chico, CA 95929
Tel. 530-898-5321
E-Mail [EMAIL PROTECTED]
