The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track position in Public and International Law at the Assistant or Associate Professor level beginning September 2011. Applicants should have a research and teaching specialization in public international law in addition to teaching courses in other related topics, including e.g., Egyptian Law and Law and Development. The Search Committee is eager to review applications of individuals with demonstrated excellence in teaching, and an interest in living and working in the Middle East. The American University in Cairo is committed to recruiting a diverse faculty to complement the diversity of its student body.
Requirements:
PhD or L.L.M. is required by date of appointment. A potential for
excellence in research is expected. In addition to teaching and
research, the successful candidate will also participate in departmental
and University wide service.
Additional Information:
Priority will be given to applications received by November 1, 2011.
Position is open until filled. Professor Sheila Carapico, Chairperson,
will be available for interviews at the American Political Science
Association convention in Washington, D.C. in September 2011. For an
appointment, please e-mail her at scarapico@aucegypt.edu by August 21,
2011.
Application Instructions:
All applicants must submit the following documents online: a) a
current C.V; b) list names and contact information of at least three
references familiar with your professional background; c) a letter of
interest; d) a statement of teaching philosophy; e) a completed AUC
Personal Information Form (PIF); and f) a copy of a recently published
article or manuscript chapter in progress. Note: Please remember your
account login enables you to respond to AUC additional questions (if
required).