Saint Michael’s College is seeking to fill a full-time, tenure-track position in the Department of Political Science in Political Theory at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2009. A Ph.D. in political science and prior teaching experience are required. Candidates must be able to teach an introduction to political theory course, courses in modern and contemporary political thought, as well as an introduction to politics course. The teaching load at Saint Michael’s is 21 credits a year with a mix of three and four credit courses, which typically enroll a maximum of 25 students each. Preference will be given to candidates who fit well within a collegial environment with an institutional commitment to social justice and community participation, and which supports original research and interdisciplinary teaching. We are especially interested in candidates who could contribute to institutional interdisciplinary priorities with theories of racial, ethnic, feminist and/or environmental politics.
Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to undergraduate teaching and be supportive of the mission of this Catholic, residential, liberal arts college with an undergraduate enrollment of 2000 students. Saint Michael’s College is an equal opportunity employer, and is committed to fostering and affirming an inclusive, multi-cultural, multi-ethnic environment for its students, faculty, and staff. In their cover letters, applicants are encouraged to address their potential contribution to the promotion of this diversity.
The College is located approximately three miles from Lake Champlain and Burlington, Vermont’s largest city and cultural center, and is surrounded by some of the most scenic views and outstanding recreational opportunities in the United States.
Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching and research interests, official graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: "Chair, Political Science Search Committee, c/o Office of Human Resources, Box 265, Saint Michael’s College, One Winooski Park, Colchester, Vermont 05439" or smchr@smcvt.edu. Review of applications will begin on October 31, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.