Eastern Michigan University is accepting applications and nominations for the position of Department Head, Political Science, available on or about July 1, 2009. The Department Head leads 15 faculty in undergraduate programs in Political Science, Public Law and Government, Public Administration, Public Safety Administration, Non-Profit Administration, and a NASPAA-accredited MPA program.

Must have earned Ph.D. in Political Science or the equivalent; qualifications for tenure and appointment at full professor level (current associate or full professors may apply); demonstrated instructional effectiveness and commitment to students; established record of scholarly publications, and demonstrated service to department, college, university and/or community; demonstrated college/university teaching experience. Previous administrative experience required; field fit may be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately, with a final deadline of December 14, 2008. A complete application should include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and at least three current letters of reference.

EMU is located in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Its close proximity to the Michigan communities of Detroit , Ann Arbor , Lansing and Toledo, OH provides rich cultural, social and recreational opportunities. EMU was founded in 1849 and is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of 24,000 students.

Email to: academic_hr@emich.edu
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Eastern Michigan University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Educator that is strongly committed to
achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications from women,
persons of color, and applicants with disabilities, veterans, and members of other underrepresented groups.