The Department of Political Science at Mount Allison University invites applications for a nine- month full-timesessional appointment in the area of Comparative Politics. Candidates should possess, or be nearing completion of, a PhD in Political Science and have a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and an active research program.

The successful candidate will teach the Introductory Course (Foundations of Politics) and upper level courses in Comparative Politics - including European Politics.

The appointment will be made at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor, commensurate with qualifications, and will commence 1 August, 2010, subject to budgetary approval.  An application should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three reference letters, an example of completed research, and a teaching dossier.  Applications should be sent to:

Dr. Wayne Hunt, Chair of the Search Committee

Department of Political Science, Mount Allison University,

144 Main Street, Sackville, NB E4L 1A7

Phone: 506 364 2207

email:  whunt@mta.ca

The closing date for receipt of applications is 15 February, 2010.  No applications will be accepted by email.

Mount Allison welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minorities.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.  Canadians and permanent residents should indicate their citizenship status on their application.