Lecturer of Political Science and International Studies

University of North Texas System • Denton, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Political Science and International Studies at UNT is a highly productive department with 31 faculty members who are committed to excellence in both teaching and research. This includes two faculty lines that are devoted to the International Studies program. The department offers BA, MA, and PhD degrees. The International Studies program offers BA and MA degrees. Faculty in the department have previously edited the American Political Science Review, International Studies Quarterly, and Journal of Political Science Education. The department also houses the Castleberry Peace Institute, the Peace Studies Program, and the International Studies Program. UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba. The faculty member will be expected to teach INST 2100 and advanced courses in political science and international studies, including courses in international security, national security, and area studies, with a preference for East Asian countries. The typical teaching load is 4/4 with a teaching release for service to the department (i.e. a 3/3 load with service requirement). The faculty member will also contribute to developing our international studies program with an emphasis on national security.

Requirements

• Ph.D. (or ABD) in Political Science (or related field).
• Well grounded in the international relations, international security and conflict management.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with HSI/MSIs
• Speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Responsibilities

• Teach INST 2100 and advanced courses in political science and international studies, including courses in international security, national security, and area studies, with a preference for East Asian countries.
• Contribute to developing our international studies program with an emphasis on national security.

Benefits

• Competitive and commensurate salary based on qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
• ORP Eligible retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree