Posted on behalf of Amy Mills, Assistant Professor, Department of Geography, University of South Carolina. Candidates with a background in economic geography are encouraged to apply and Dr. Mills would be happy to respond to any questions regarding this position or the university (email: ami...@mailbox.sc.edu).
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA *Director, Walker Institute of International and Area Studies* Professor**** The University of South Carolina seeks a visionary leader to direct the Walker Institute of International and Area Studies. The Walker Institute, housed in the College of Arts and Sciences, coordinates many of the University’s international research, educational, and service programs. Drawing on more than 175 faculty associates from virtually every college, school and department in the University, the Walker Institute is a vibrant hub of broadly interdisciplinary applied research activities focusing on international relations, U.S. foreign policy, sustainable development, and the cultures and political and legal systems of numerous countries and regions of the world.**** Founded in 1961, the Walker Institute is one of the oldest internationally-focused research institutes at a university in the United States and has received awards for its innovative programming. The Walker Institute provides support for the University’s six area studies programs: African Studies, Asian Studies, European Studies, Islamic World Studies, Latin American Studies, and Russian & Eurasian Studies. In addition, the Walker Institute supports the Rule of Law Collaborative, an interdisciplinary program that conducts research and provides expert advice and training programs for governments, NGOs, and others interested in promoting the sustainable development of rule of law and promotion of human rights and justice in fragile, transitional, and post-conflict states.**** The qualities we are seeking in a new director include:**** - A record of scholarship and teaching appropriate for appointment at the rank of Full Professor with tenure. Possible tenure homes are available in the Department of Political Science, Geography or History in the College of Arts and Sciences.**** - Experience in administering large interdisciplinary, internationally-focused programs and projects.**** - Successful record of obtaining external funding and working with policy communities, governments, and NGOs.**** - Extensive experience and contacts in the academic field of International Studies, both in the U.S. and abroad.**** - A strong commitment to collegial administration, transparency, and inclusiveness.**** - Willingness to engage with local and regional constituencies in furthering a broader understanding of complex international issues.**** For more information visit the Walker Institute website at http://www.cas.sc.edu/Iis/**** Applicants should have credentials suitable for being appointed as a Professor with Tenure and submit a curriculum vita and names and contact information for a minimum of three references. It is anticipated that appointment will begin July 1, 2012.**** Applications and nominations should be sent to:**** Professor Charles Cobb, WI Search Committee Chair Department of Anthropology Hamilton Room 317 University of South Carolina Columbia, SC 29208**** Screening of applications is expected to begin in early October. For full consideration, all application materials must be received no later than *November 7, 2011.*
