Assistant Professor of Political Science

University of Tampa • Tampa, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Political Science and International Studies at The University of Tampa invites applicants for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin in August 2027. Successful candidates will have evidence of teaching and research excellence in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics. The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially based private institution of more than 11,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UTampa reflects this vibrancy; with 30 consecutive years of enrollment growth UTampa boasts 260 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and more than 100 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

Requirements

• Evidence of teaching and research excellence in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics.
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Statement of research interest
• Copy of graduate transcript

Responsibilities

• Teaching and research excellence in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics.
• Serve as mentors for students.
• Contribute to the health of our curriculum and community.

Benefits

• Support for teaching and scholarship as elements of personal and career development.
• Support for professional growth.
• Support for a healthy work-life integration.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level