Political Science, CFS Professorial Faculty

Brigham Young University•Provo, UT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The BYU Department of Political Science invites applications for a Continuing Faculty Status-track (BYU equivalent of “tenure-track”) Professorial position. We invite individuals of all ranks and areas of specialization to apply. The appointment would begin in Fall 2027. Successful candidates will demonstrate potential for high-quality teaching, have a strong research agenda, and be committed to giving the university's students a sound academic experience. Salary, teaching load, and research and travel support are competitive. United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences and circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

Requirements

Ph.D. in political science or related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.
All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.
All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards.
Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
Commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education.
Commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments.
Student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits.
Excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship.
Commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging.
A pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
A pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others.

Nice To Haves

Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate potential for high-quality teaching.
Have a strong research agenda.
Be committed to giving the university's students a sound academic experience.
Support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.
Live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators.
Demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community.
Teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).
Mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds.