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E. Claiborne Robins Distinguished Chair in the Liberal Arts

The University of Richmond invites nominations and applications for E. Claiborne Robins Distinguished Chair in the Liberal Arts, a tenured position at the associate or full level. We seek candidates who will contribute both to the further development of a newly founded undergraduate program in Philosophy, Politics, Economics, and Law (PPEL) and to the regular curriculum in Political Science.  The ideal candidate will be an outstanding teacher with a distinguished scholarly record in the area of political theory (area of specialization is open). Teaching responsibilities will be divided between required courses and advanced electives within the PPEL program and courses in the political science department, to which the candidate will be jointly appointed.  

Nominations and applications will be considered beginning October 1, 2009 and until the position is filled.  Nominations and preliminary inquiries should be directed to Dr. Vincent Wang in Political Science or Dr. David Lefkowitz in PPEL.  Dr. Wang will also be at the 2009 APSA meeting in Toronto and available to discuss the position. 

Applicants should apply online at the University of Richmond Online Employment website using the Faculty (Instructional/Research) link.  Applicants will be asked to supply electronically a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, and separate statements of teaching philosophy/interests and research plans.  Applicants will be asked for references only if they are among the final candidates.

The University of Richmond is committed to developing a diverse workforce and student body and to supporting an inclusive campus community, and our academic community strongly encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to these goals.  For more information on the School of Arts and Sciences, University of Richmond please see http://as.richmond.edu.