Assistant Professor, Political Science

Requisition ID: 2024-8371

of Openings: 1

Location: US-UT-Logan

Category: Faculty

Position Type: Benefited Full-Time

Job Classification: Faculty

College: College of Humanities and Social Sci

Department: Political Science

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview

The Department of Political Science at Utah State University invites applications for a acadmeic year, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Political Science beginning August 2025. We seek candidates who are broadly trained in political theory. The area of specialization is open. Application review will begin October 15, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities will include a primary role in research, high quality teaching at both the master's and undergraduate levels, and service.  Preference will be given to those with a strong research trajectory and demonstrated interest in teaching courses of need in the department, including introductory and upper division courses in political theory, including in the candidate's area of specialization. The anticipated teaching load is two classes per semester.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Political Science as of employment date

• Candidates must demonstrate accomplishments and/or clear potential for success in research

• Candidates must demonstrate accomplishments and/or clear potential for success in teaching

• The successful candidate must generate a satisfactory outcome on a background check

   

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

• Documents below to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Documents 1-10"

• Cover Letter

• Writing Sample

• Research Statement

• Statement of Teaching Philosophy

• Evidence of Effective Teaching.

• Names and email addresses of three references, that we may request letters of recommendation from.

Document size may not exceed 10 MB.

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA

Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.

University Highlights

The Department of Political Science is a vibrant community of about 14 tenured or tenure-track faculty with a strong tradition for excellence.  The department is one of 8 departments situated in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.  This position is based on our main campus in Logan, Utah in the scenic Cache Valley and offers abundant opportunities for cultural experiences, shopping, and access to nature.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge through research and scholarly activities, providing a high-quality undergraduate and graduate education at an affordable price.

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