Assistant Professor

University of North Florida Alumni Association•Jacksonville, FL

37d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a 9-month, tenure-earning, Assistant Professor of International Relations and/or Comparative Politics position in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration. Responsibilities include a 2/2 teaching load, research/scholarship, and service. The department offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Political Science (BA), Public Administration (MPA), and International Affairs (MAIA), as well as minors in Political Science, Public Administration, and Political Campaigns. The department also includes the Public Opinion Research Laboratory (PORL), the Public Service Leadership Program (PSLP), and the Pre-Law Program. UNF has transitioned to an R2 institution with an increasing focus on research while maintaining excellence in teaching. Faculty at UNF are on flexible teaching loads, typically teaching between four and six courses per year, with newly hired faculty on a reduced load of two courses per semester for the first three years. Continued reduced teaching loads may be offered to faculty demonstrating significant accomplishments aligned with the university’s strategic plan. Startup funds are available and negotiable.

Requirements

Earned a Ph.D. in Political Science, Government (or a related discipline), with emphasis on International Relations or Comparative Politics, by the employment start date of August 2, 2027

Nice To Haves

Demonstrate excellence in teaching introductory and advanced courses in international relations and comparative politics
Expertise in a specific region (preferably Latin America, East or Southeast Asia) is desirable
Have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching
Possess an active research agenda