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Kennesaw State University announces an opening for a one-year (9-month) position as a Temporary Assistant Professor in the graduate program in conflict management in the Department of Political Science and International Affairs in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences. The position is available August 2010.

Minimum qualifications at time of appointment include a Ph.D. in conflict resolution or a related discipline or a J.D. with specific dispute resolution training. University-level teaching experience is required. Professional practice and/or teaching experience related to one or more of the following areas preferred: conflict in organizational, public policy or international contexts, conflict theory, negotiation, and research methods.

Kennesaw State University is a growing and progressive university in Georgia's public system of higher education. Located on an attractive campus in suburban Atlanta, KSU currently enrolls more than 22,000 traditional and nontraditional baccalaureate and master's students. The thriving Atlanta metropolitan area has a rich array of museums, theaters, libraries, colleges and universities, and other resources.

The Department strives to provide an inclusive learning environment to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Candidates are, therefore, encouraged to address in their applications how they can contribute to the diversity of the KSU community.

Department:	Department of Political Science and International Affairs Master of Science in Conflict Management Program
Position Title:	Temporary Assistant Professor
Position Qualifications/ Responsibilities:	Kennesaw State University announces an opening for a one-year (9-month) position as a Temporary Assistant Professor in the graduate program in conflict management in the Department of Political Science and International Affairs in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences. The position is available August 2010. Minimum qualifications at time of appointment include a Ph.D. in conflict resolution or a related discipline or a J.D. with specific dispute resolution training. University-level teaching experience is required. Professional practice and/or teaching experience related to one or more of the following areas preferred: conflict in organizational, public policy or international contexts, conflict theory, negotiation, and research methods. Kennesaw State University is a growing and progressive university in Georgia's public system of higher education. Located on an attractive campus in suburban Atlanta, KSU currently enrolls more than 22,000 traditional and nontraditional baccalaureate and master's students. The thriving Atlanta metropolitan area has a rich array of museums, theaters, libraries, colleges and universities, and other resources. The Department strives to provide an inclusive learning environment to prepare students for personal and professional success in an increasingly multicultural and global society. Candidates are, therefore, encouraged to address in their applications how they can contribute to the diversity of the KSU community.
Application Procedure:	Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To guarantee consideration, please send a letter of application, curriculum vita, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation no later than December 1, 2009 to: Dr. Chien-pin Li, Chair Department of Political Science and International Affairs Kennesaw State University 1000 Chastain Road, MB #2205 Kennesaw, GA 30144. For a detailed description of the university, college and department, please visit our home page at www.kennesaw.edu. You may also visit the department home page at: http://www.kennesaw.edu/pols/
Date Position Available:	August, 2010
Policy Statement:	Kennesaw State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educator. Georgia is an Open Records State. AA/EOE.
Questions About Position Opening:	For questions about this position opening, contact Dr. Chien-pin Li at cli@kennesaw.edu