Department of Political Science UIC
Assistant Professor in Urban Politics Search, Fall 2007
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The Department of Political Science at the University of Illinois at
Chicago invites applications for the position of tenure track Assistant

Professor in urban politics beginning fall 2008, subject to budgetary 
approval. Although a formal background in political science is preferred, 
candidates from other disciplines will be considered. The position is open 
with regard to region of specialization (U.S. or non-U.S.) and theoretical 
and methodological approach. We seek candidates with Ph.D. in hand or very 
near completion and a strong research agenda and commitment to 
teaching.  Faculty members are expected to maintain an active research 
program and to teach two courses per semester at the undergraduate and/or 
graduate levels.  UIC is located in the heart of Chicago, and provides 
excellent research support through the Great Cities Institute and other 
campus resources. Applications should include the candidate's research and 
teaching interests, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and 
copies of publications or papers.  The University of Illinois at Chicago is 
an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Women and members of 
minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.  For full 
consideration, materials should be sent by November 12, 2007 to Professor 
Dick Simpson, Head, Department of Political Science, University of
Illinois at Chicago, m/c 276, Chicago, IL 60607-7137. For more
information, see http://www/uic.edu/depts/pols.

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