Faculty Opening
 
Lecturer in Political Science. The Department of Political Science at Iowa State University invites applications for a Lecturer position beginning August 16, 2008. The position is a non-tenure track appointment, subject to Departmental needs and availability of funds. Summer session appointments may be possible, depending on need.  Position(s) may be for either one semester or both semesters and to be filled on a term basis (1-3 years), full- or part-time, with possibility of renewal. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses within one or more of the political science subfields: theory and methods, American government and politics, comparative politics, international relations, or public administration. 

Required qualifications: ABD. in Political Science or related discipline, evidence of scholarly and teaching activities. Preferred qualifications: Ph.D. in Political Science or related discipline. 

Iowa State University is located in Ames, Iowa, 35 miles north of Des Moines, and has an enrollment of approximately 26,000 students. Candidates should forward a statement summarizing interests and skills applicable to the position, curriculum vitae, writing samples, and three letters of recommendation to: James M. McCormick, Chair, Department of Political Science, 503 Ross Hall, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, 50011. Review of applications will begin May 1, 2008, and will continue until position is filled.   Inquiries may be sent to jmmcc@iastate.edu. Please visit www.pols.iastate.edu for more information about the Department of Political Science. ISU is an EEO/AA employer.