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Explore the complex dynamics of academic labor markets with this essential volume from Routledge. Part of the Studies in Higher Education series, this book provides an in-depth look at how faculty careers are managed across three distinct nations: France, Germany, and the United States. As university autonomy faces ongoing reforms, understanding how academic hiring functions becomes more important than ever. Based on exhaustive empirical research, the text presents findings from over 200 interviews with faculty members and administrators. By focusing on the specific disciplines of history and math, the research highlights how different historical traditions influence peer recruitment and career patterns. This book is a valuable resource for anyone studying the structural changes and management practices within global higher education systems.

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Comprehensive comparative research covering academic labor markets in France, Germany, and the United States.

Based on extensive empirical data including over 200 interviews with faculty and university administrators.

Specific disciplinary focus on history and math to provide detailed insights into hiring practices.

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24 November 2009
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