Assistant/Associate Professor Of International Affairs

  • Full-Time
  • Foggy Bottom, DC
  • George Washington University
  • Posted 1 year ago – Accepting applications
Job Description
The appointed faculty member will direct a two-year M.A. degree program in Latin American and Hemispheric Studies and advise students pursuing concentrations in Latin American and Hemispheric Studies, as well as master’s students in related academic fields in other graduate and undergraduate programs at the Elliott School. The director will also oversee curriculum development, organization, and evaluation; coordinate research and conferencing activities; recruit and supervise part-time faculty as needed; and develop outside funds to support program activities. The director will also be expected to teach graduate level courses on Latin American issues. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field by date of appointment, or appropriate practitioner experience at the equivalent level of expertise; or both; previous experience in the administration of academic programs; previous teaching experience at the Master’s level; and a track record of research and scholarship, reflected in scholarly or policy-oriented publications in Latin American affairs. Advertised Salary: Other Benefits: Other Information: Special Instructions to Applicants: Applicants should upload a cover letter that explains how their qualifications and experiences satisfy the basic qualifications for this position, a CV, sample publications (if available), teaching evaluations or assessments (if available), course syllabi (upload under Other Documents, if available), and a statement on how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion will advance the Elliott School’s commitment to inclusive excellence (upload under Assessment of Skills). Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly to esiafacrecruit@gwu.edu. Review of applications will begin on May 9th, 2022, and will continue until the position is filled. Only completed applications will be considered.

George Washington University’s culture reflects its shared values, including respect and diversity. The Elliott School recognizes that diversity and social mobility are among our country’s greatest assets in engaging the rest of the world; we are deeply committed as a school to fostering an inclusive community. To this end, we encourage candidates from diverse identities, backgrounds, and experiences. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of underrepresented groups. The selected candidate will be expected to support inclusive excellence, including inclusive teaching. To learn more about the Elliott School’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, visit elliott.gwu.edu/diversity-and-inclusion. Department Link: Posting Close Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire. EEO Statement:

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Quick Link https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/91823 Applicant Documents Required Documents
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Cover Letter
  • Assessment of Skills Relevant to Basic Qualifications
Optional Documents
  • Sample Publications
  • Other Documents Refer to Special Instructions to Applicants
  • Course Evaluations or Summaries
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