The National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS) is currently seeking candidates for a position in political science to start in Spring - Fall 2010 (exact starting date is negotiable). Candidates with speciality in one of the following research areas are invited to apply:
- Comparative Local Politics
- International Political Economy
-Comparative Politics and Economic Development
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
The position is tenure track. The initial contract will be for three years, renewable once for another three years. A tenure decision will be made by the end of the fifth year. Those with sufficient experience in research and teaching can be considered for a tenured associate or full professor position immediately.
Appointees will be required to teach 2-3 courses per year in English. The appointee is also expected to conduct high level research and contribute administratively. Tenure consideration will be based on the appointee’s research record, teaching ability (including supervision of PhD and MA theses), and contributions to administrative and academic services.
We will receive applications from those holding a PhD (or equivalent degree) in Political Science or a related field, and those who can show sufficient evidence of obtaining a PhD in the very near future.
SALARY AND BENEFITS:
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive benefit and retirement package including medical insurance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Application materials should be submitted by March 1st, 2010. Candidates who pass the first screening will be considered for interviews.
Please submit the following materials:
- a letter of application
- letter of intent/statement of academic interests
- curriculum vitae
- up to three samples of your own written work
- two letters of recommendation (in sealed and signed envelopes, if sent directly by the applicant)
Please send required materials to:
Prof. Jun Iio
Chair of Search Committee in Political Science
National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies
7-22-1 Roppongi, Minato-ku,
Tokyo 106-8677, Japan
Search Committee in Political Science:
Prof. Jun Iio
Prof. Takashi Shiraishi
Prof. Keiichi Tsunekawa
Prof. Mikitaka Masuyama
Prof. Yoko Iwama
Assoc. Prof. Harukata Takenaka
Relevant documents can also be e-mailed to:
Email: p_search2009@grips.ac.jp
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