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AP/CP/IR Search - 2016

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Position description

The Department of Political Science at the University of California, Los Angeles invites applications for an open-field faculty position in American Politics, Comparative Politics, or International Relations. We are particularly interested in applicants who have recently received or will soon be candidates for tenure. Rank will be determined by the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience., but all applicants must hold a PhD in Political Science or a related field, or complete their PhD prior to the appointment. The anticipated appointment date is July 1, 2017.

We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, and service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to excellence and diversity. Applications for this position should be made online at https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/apply. The job tracking number is JPF02585. The position will remain open until filled, but to ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2016. Applications should include a current C.V., a statement of research, teaching interests, a statement of contributions to diversity, and a writing sample. Junior applicants should also include transcripts and three letters of recommendation. Senior candidates need only provide names of three possible references.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter (Optional)

  • Statement of Research

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.

  • Misc / Additional - Writing sample, transcripts (for junior applicants)
    (Optional)

Reference requirements
  • 0-5 letters of reference required

Job location

Los Angeles, CA