Invitation for Applications: Tenure-Track Position in Political Science

The Division of Humanities and Social Sciences at the California Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level.

Exceptionally well qualified applicants may also be considered at the associate or full professor level. We are especially interested in applicants doing formal theory or quantitatively oriented work in the areas of American politics, comparative politics, or international relations. We are seeking highly qualified candidates who are committed to a career in research and teaching.

The term of initial appointment is normally four years, if untenured, and is contingent upon completion of the Ph.D.

Interested candidates should submit a letter of application describing their current research, current curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, and a sample of original written work to: Chair, Political Science Search, HSS 228-77, Caltech, Pasadena, CA 91125.

Application review will begin August 1, 2008 and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Caltech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and disabled persons are encouraged to apply.