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Arizona State University: Office of the University Provost Tempe: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: School of Politics and Global Studies

Location
Tempe, AZ

Open Date
Dec 08, 2022

Description

Arizona State University invites applications for a Director of the School of Politics and Global Studies (SPGS).  The successful candidate will join and lead a multidisciplinary community of scholars and students who pursue collaborative and innovative approaches to understanding politics and governance at local, national, and global levels. This is an opportunity for an accomplished and creative social scientist, who is a demonstrated leader, to develop and implement a strategic vision for a large, nationally-ranked academic unit at a Research 1 University whose charter and goals prioritize student success, public engagement, and use-inspired research to advance justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Reporting to the Dean of Social Sciences in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the Director will foster growth and innovation in the School’s research mission, working to attract, develop, and retain exceptional faculty members. Key goals also include promoting excellence in the undergraduate and graduate programs; developing interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives; advancing entrepreneurial opportunities; enhancing relations with partners and publics within and beyond the university community; and contributing to university-wide diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.  These goals reflect the design aspirations of the “New American University” that infuse decision-making across ASU’s in-person and online operations, currently serving over 150,000 students.

SPGS is an academic unit in the division of Social Sciences in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at ASU with an annual operating budget of $5-7 million. With 33 tenured/tenure-track faculty, 18 professors of practice, 9 teaching professors, as well as 18 staff members, the School offers bachelors, masters, and doctoral programs in Political Science; bachelor’s degrees in Global Studies and in Politics and the Economy; and master’s degrees in Global Security, Political Psychology, and International Affairs and Leadership.  More information on our degree programs is available at: https://spgs.asu.edu/degree-programs. Current enrollments include 45 MA and PhD students in political science, over 300 online master’s students, as well as 1,900 undergraduate majors.

The Social Sciences at ASU are ranked third nationally in recent National Science Foundation HERD rankings. The School hosts several vibrant research centers and facilities, including the Center for Latinas/os and American Politics Research, the Center on the Future of War, and an Experimental Lab. The School also has partnerships with the Leadership, Diplomacy and National Security Lab; New America; and The Melikian Center for Russian, Eurasian and East European Studies. In addition, SPGS faculty have formed five research working groups:  Conflict and Human Rights, Nationalist and Ethno-religious Dynamics, Political Economy, Political Psychology, and Women and Politics.

The College values our cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.

Minimum Qualifications

•    Earned doctorate in political science, economics, sociology, anthropology, or a closely related social science field
•    Distinguished scholarly record appropriate to appointment at rank of full professor with tenure by the time of appointment
•    A record of promoting inclusive excellence and success among faculty and students, consistent with the principles of ASU’s Charter
•    Demonstrated excellence in administrative leadership

Desired Qualifications

•    Exceptional communication and organizational skills
•    Experience in obtaining external funding and/or building relationships with potential donors, alumni, and broader community
•    Commitment to engaging faculty across a range of disciplines
•    Effectively articulate a commitment to the integrated mission and programs of the School
•    Demonstrated record of effectively managing staff and budgets
•    Demonstrated scholarly excellence
•    Demonstrated commitment to teaching and academic innovation, including online experience

The position is available beginning July 1, 2023. Salary and start-up funding will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Review of applications will begin on January 21st, 2023. If not filled, applications will be evaluated every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed. Applicants should submit electronically (in MS Word or PDF format) 1) a cover letter addressing the qualifications listed above; 2) a current curriculum vitae; 3) contacts (email and phone) for four references; and 4) a brief statement (1-2 pages) addressing how past and/or potential contributions to diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence to: https://apply.interfolio.com/118736.  Inquiries and nominations should be directed to Search Committee Chair David Sailor, David.Sailor@asu.edu.

The search committee proposes to conduct preliminary interviewees remotely with long-listed candidates in February. All applications will be treated confidentially until shortlisted candidates are invited to virtual campus visits.

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.(See https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.)

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources.  ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf  You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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Arizona State University: Office of the University Provost Tempe: The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences: School of Politics and Global Studies

Location
Tempe

Open Date
Oct 25, 2022

Description

he School of Politics and Global Studies (SPGS) in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (The College) at Arizona State University (ASU) in Tempe invites applications for two full-time tenure-track faculty positions in Global Studies. One position is for an assistant professor and the other can be at the assistant or associate (tenured) rank.

We seek candidates well-positioned to address contemporary global problems through research and instruction on global or transnational processes. The positions build on the strengths of SPGS by advancing research and instruction in Global Studies and expanding the interdisciplinary nature of the school. The positions are open with respect to methodological approach and geographic area of expertise. We are particularly interested in boundary-spanning work integrating methods or epistemologies across disciplines including, but not restricted to, sociology, anthropology, geography, demography, indigenous studies, and legal studies.

Expectations for the positions include developing an active research agenda with publications in top-tier academic journals; teaching, advising, and mentoring Global Studies students; and participation in professional, university, and school service.

Consistent with ASU’s goal of being the leading global center for interdisciplinary research, the SPGS faculty represents a range of disciplines (currently political science, sociology, anthropology, and economics). Thematic working groups and Centers within SPGS facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration. Successful candidates will also have opportunities to affiliate with other schools and research centers across The College and Arizona State University.

The College values our cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.

Minimum qualifications:

By the time of appointment, candidates must:

• hold a Ph.D. in a social science field, or in a related field with a record of working in social science contexts;
• demonstrate potential for publishing on topics related to Global Studies;
• demonstrate strong academic record

Desired qualifications:

By the time of appointment, candidates should demonstrate:

• commitment to meeting the needs of diverse student populations and engaging with diverse communities
• excellence in research commensurate with appointment as assistant professor/associate professor
• commitment to establishing a strong, externally-funded research program
• potential and commitment to contribute to the interdisciplinary mission of SPGS
• potential for/commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring in the Global Studies degree program
• interest in expanding/diversifying Global Studies course offerings

Application Instructions

This is an in-person, academic year, benefits-eligible appointment. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2023.

The application deadline is December 7, 2022; if not filled, then every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed. A complete application must include the following: a letter of application stating qualifications: experience, research plans, and teaching interests; a statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence; a complete curriculum vita; a writing sample, and contact information for three references.

All application materials must be received by the deadline and submitted electronically through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/116401. (We will not accept any mailed applicant material, including reference letters; this is an online, paperless search.)

Questions about this position should be directed to Sarah Ericson, Academic Personnel Specialist at Sarah.Ericson@asu.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

(See https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/.)

In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources.  ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf  You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU Police Department at 480-965-3456.

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Location
Tempe, AZ

Open Date
Mar 16, 2023

Description

The School of Politics and Global Studies at Arizona State University is inviting applications for a post-doctoral researcher for the Security and Defense PLuS initiative (S&D+), with research focused on deterrence and security cooperation in the Indo-Pacific. This is a full-time position, funded by the Office of the University President, that is expected to last for two academic years, renewable for a third. Salary is $65,000 a year and some support for travel to conferences is available.

Security & Defense PLuS is part of the PLuS Alliance, a coordinated multi-country academic endeavor from Arizona State University, King’s College London, and the University of New South Wales. S&D+ aims to help facilitate the coordination of security and defense research and education across the three universities, with a special focus on the implications of the AUKUS agreement signed by the US, Australia, and the UK in September of 2021.

Job description: the post-doctoral researcher will work under the supervision of Deputy Academic Lead for S&D+, Professor Thorin Wright (in collaboration with Leadership, Diplomacy, and National Security Lab core team and other S&D+ affiliated scholars) to help conduct and publish research in both peer-reviewed and public-facing outlets. Primary activities will include data evaluation, collection, and analysis related to deterrence and security competition and cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region. The postdoctoral researcher will also help coordinate work with other researchers from S&D+ across all three universities and will meet regularly with them and project leaders.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

•     A Ph.D. in Political Science, International Relations, Security Studies, Geography, Economics or a related field conferred by the time of appointment, but no earlier than Spring of 2021.
•     Relevant experience in data collection and analysis experience in one or more of the following:
•         Spatial econometrics
•         Item response modeling
•         Quantitative text analysis and machine learning
•         Game theory and formal modeling
•         Network modeling
•     Demonstrated Programming understanding and experience with STATA, R, Python or similar.
•     Excellent organizational and communication skills.
•     Willingness and ability to work with university students at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
•     Demonstrated commitment working with diverse student, faculty, and staff populations and communities

Desired qualifications:

    Prior relevant research experience in some of the following topics:

•         The Indo-Pacific region
•         International conflict
•         Security cooperation/alliances
•         Deterrence (broadly defined)
•         Authoritarianism
•         International Trade
•         Cyber conflict

    Prior relevant practical experience in any of the following policy settings:

•         International Law or governance
•         Diplomacy
•         Defense
•         International Development
•         Conflict Resolution

Application Instructions

This is an in-person, academic year, benefits-eligible appointment. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2023.

The application deadline is April 13, 2023; if not filled, then every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed.

 A complete application must include the following: (1) a letter of application stating qualifications, experience, research skills and interests; (2) a statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence; (3) a complete curriculum vita; (4) a writing sample; (5) and contact information for three references.

All application materials must be received by the deadline and submitted electronically through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/122701. (We will not accept any mailed applicant material, including reference letters; this is an online, paperless search.)

The College values our cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.

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Location
Tempe, AZ

Open Date
Mar 16, 2023

Description

The School of Politics and Global Studies at Arizona State University is inviting applications for a post-doctoral researcher for the Security and Defense PLuS initiative (S&D+), with research focused on weaponized information and strategic influence in the Indo-Pacific. This is a full-time position, funded by the Office of the University President, that is expected to last for two academic years, renewable for a third. Salary is $65,000 [estimate] a year and some support for travel to conferences is available.

Security & Defense PLuS is part of the PLuS Alliance, a coordinated multi-country academic endeavor from Arizona State University, King’s College London, and the University of New South Wales. S&D+ aims to help facilitate the coordination of security and defense research and education across the three universities, with a special focus on the implications of the AUKUS agreement signed by the US, Australia, and the UK in September of 2021.

Job description: the post-doctoral researcher will work under the supervision of Deputy Academic Lead for S&D+ Professor Thorin Wright (in collaboration with the Center on Narrative, Disinformation and Strategic Influence and other S&D+ affiliated scholars) to help conduct and publish research in both peer-reviewed and public-facing outlets. Primary activities will include data evaluation, collection, and analysis related to information operations, disinformation and strategic influence in the Indo-Pacific region. The postdoctoral researcher will also help coordinate work with other researchers from S&D+ across all three universities and will meet regularly with them and project leaders.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

•     A Ph.D. in political science, international relations, security studies, communications, critical data studies, media studies, anthropology, history or a related field conferred by the time of appointment, but no earlier than Spring of 2021.
•     Relevant experience in data collection and analysis experience in one or more of the following:
•         Textual analysis
•         Qualitative Text Analysis
•         Quantitative text analysis and machine learning
•     Demonstrated commitment working with diverse student, faculty, and staff populations and communities

Desired qualifications:

    Research experience in one or more of the following areas:

•         Indo-Pacific region
•         International conflict
•         Narrative theory
•         Disinformation
•         Strategic communication
•         Weaponized social media

•     Demonstrated experience of excellent organizational and communication skills.
•     Relevant programming understanding and experience with STATA, R, Python, MaxQDA, or similar.

Application Instructions

This is an in-person, academic year, benefits-eligible appointment. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2023.

The application deadline is April 13, 2023; if not filled, then every two weeks thereafter until the search is closed. A complete application must include the following (1) a letter of application stating qualifications, experience, research skills and interests; (2) a statement addressing how your past and/or potential contributions to diversity and inclusion will advance ASU’s commitment to inclusive excellence; (3) a complete curriculum vita; (4) a writing sample; and (5) contact information for three references.  

All application materials must be received by the deadline and submitted electronically through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/122698. (We will not accept any mailed applicant material, including reference letters; this is an online, paperless search.)

The College values our cultural and intellectual diversity, and continually strives to foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can strengthen the diversity of the academic community.

Apply