The University of Winnipeg Department of Politics invites applications for the position of Department Chair from candidates with expertise in any area of Political Science. The appointment will be made at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, and will be effective July 1, 2010. The UW Department of Politics currently has 11 full-time members. We are a department strong in both teaching and research, offering a comprehensive program in Political Science, including a Masters in Public Administration. Our program attracts excellent students in both our undergraduate and graduate programs.

The University of Winnipeg is committed to employment equity, welcomes diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities.  In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, this advertisement is initially directed to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.  The position is subject to final budgetary approval.

A letter of application, together with cv and three letters of reference, should be sent to:

Dr. Judith Huebner, Acting Chair -- Department of Politics

The University of Winnipeg

515 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB   R3B 2E9.

FAX: (204) 774-4134.

E-mail: j.huebner@uwinnipeg.ca

Deadline for application:  Friday, January 29, 2010