Any insider info about this search? Worth applying if I don't do religion/strauss/hpt stuff?
Holy Cross - theory job
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Theory there has handled by wingnut Straussians for a long time. However, they are probably retiring. The rest of the department is young and seemingly sane. So, it depends on who controls the process. And whether the retiring Straussians managed to convince the dept they should keep it in the family.
I'm in a job at a one theorist department that was previously held by a string of Straussians. But the last one didn't manage to convince the department they should keep it that way, so they hired me instead. I guess my point is: apply.
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Also, is it a TT or a post-doc? It's labeled as both.
I believe there are two searches: one post-doc and one TT.
Indeed, from what I can tell from their website, the department currently has a postdoc and a VAP, both of whom seem to be good matches for this latest TT search (based on their listed research interests).
Thanks for the other comments. I will probably through an app in even though I'm not a good match, for the reasons people listed above. Can't hurt.
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The Department of Political Science at the College of the Holy Cross invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in the history of political philosophy to begin in August 2015. The successful candidate will be expected to teach the department’s introductory-level course in political philosophy, as well as upper-level courses reflecting her/his expertise and interests. We are especially interested in candidates whose areas of teaching interest complement the department’s existing course offerings. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to, and excellence in, undergraduate teaching as well as scholarly achievement. Ph.D., in hand or imminent completion required. This position carries a 3-2 teaching load with a full-salary one-semester research leave prior to tenure review and generous sabbatical and fellowship leaves for tenured faculty. The College of the Holy Cross uses Interfolio to collect all faculty job applications electronically. Please submit a cover letter describing research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, statement on teaching, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to http://apply.interfolio.com/25352. Questions about the position may be directed to Donald Brand, Chair, Department of Political Science, College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA 01610. Please submit an application before September 15, 2014. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position has been filled. We will be interviewing at the American Political Science Association Meetings in Washington D.C., August 28-31, 2014
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I have friends in the department, and have had some conversations, and this is my sense:
*"wingnut Straussians"--really only one, and somewhat isolated on matters like hiring.
*religious/Straussian--from what I have heard, neither of these is what they have in mind necessarily, but hpt is pretty clearly what they want.
*VAP/postdoc--I specifically raised this, and I did not get a sense that these were likely inside candidates.Maybe I was hearing from only part of the department
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I've heard Worcester is pretty rough. Most profs commute in?
What do you think is "rough" about it? Yes, it has a slightly higher crime rate than Boston or Providence, but that's very unlikely to effect a faculty member in any way. If you think Worcester is "pretty rough" you've lived a profoundly sheltered life.
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Well, genius, if you knew how to read you'd have figured out that I've never been to Worcester.
And even if the chances of getting mugged are low, does that mean I shouldn't try to live somewhere more pleasant if I can? Is it really a sign of leading a sheltered life that you'd rather not live in a dangerous place? You think people who live in horrible places don't want to get out when they have the chance? If you think that, then it is you who've led the very sheltered life.
I've heard Worcester is pretty rough. Most profs commute in?
What do you think is "rough" about it? Yes, it has a slightly higher crime rate than Boston or Providence, but that's very unlikely to effect a faculty member in any way. If you think Worcester is "pretty rough" you've lived a profoundly sheltered life.
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Wow, that got silly pretty fast. I don't understand from my friends in Worcester that things are bad at all. The crime rate--including the kind of street crime that would worry profs--is certainly worse in Boston. When I was there, I went to a nice museum, saw some great restaurants, and some generally good public spaces. It isn't New York, but an AP could do a lot worse--and do worse every day.
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Worcester has character. Some nice architecture, neighborhoods, parks, restaurants, other urban amenities. It's not Boston or even Providence but it's an accessible city in a desirable region - keep in mind how few good lib arts schools are in metro areas. As for safety, the 'rough' areas are pretty tame compared to any larger city.