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Assistant Professor of Asian Politics (Tenure Track)

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Interested applicants must visit https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/21954 to apply and include the following:
  1. A cover letter detailing their fit with the position expectations.
  2. A curriculum vitae.
  3. A diversity statement demonstrating the candidate’s commitment to equity and inclusion.
  4. Unofficial graduate transcripts.
  5. Contact information for 3 references.
Applications should be submitted by December 13, 2024 for full consideration. The position will remain open until it is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Richard Maass, Chair, Asian Politics Search Committee, at RMaass@odu.edu

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title Assistant Professor of Asian Politics (Tenure Track)
Department POLITICAL SCI & GEOGRAPHY
Position Number F0390A
Job Description
The Department of Political Science & Geography at Old Dominion University invites applicants for an Assistant Professor of Asian Politics to begin in Fall 2025. This is an annual, 10-month tenure track appointment. This position carries a 2-3 teach load and includes teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in comparative politics, including Asian Politics. They will also advise and mentor graduate students within the graduate program in International Studies.
Position Type FullTime
Type of Recruitment General Public
Type of Recruitment General Public
Minimum required education and/or special licenses, registrations, trainings, or certifications
A Ph.D. in political science, international studies, or a related field is required at the time of appointment.
Minimum required level and type of experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities
Preferred Qualifications
  • A strong publication record and active research agenda related to Comparative Politics and Asian Politics.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
  • A teaching and research profile that complements existing coverage in the department.
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the department’s strong record of research excellence, promoting equity and diversity, and student mentoring.
Conditions of Employment
Location Norfolk, VA
Job Open Date 11/19/2024
Application Review Date 12/13/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Application Instructions
Interested applicants must visit https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/21954 to apply and include the following:
  1. A cover letter detailing their fit with the position expectations.
  2. A curriculum vitae.
  3. A diversity statement demonstrating the candidate’s commitment to equity and inclusion.
  4. Unofficial graduate transcripts.
  5. Contact information for 3 references.

Applications should be submitted by December 13, 2024 for full consideration. The position will remain open until it is filled. Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Richard Maass, Chair, Asian Politics Search Committee, at RMaass@odu.edu
Telework Friendly No
Equity Statement
It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
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Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
  2. Curriculum Vitae
  3. Diversity/Inclusion Statement
  4. Contact Information for Professional References
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