Visiting Assistant Professor - Political Science

Maryland Connect
•$69,000 - $72,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Political Science Department at Salisbury University is seeking a Visiting Assistant Professor for a one-year appointment with the opportunity for renewal. This role involves teaching six courses per academic year, advising and mentoring political science and international studies majors, maintaining an active research agenda, and engaging in service and community outreach. The position requires a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Political Science (ABD near completion will be considered)
  • Undergraduate teaching experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in the comparative politics and international relations of the Middle East and North Africa
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Teaching statement, including evidence of teaching effectiveness
  • Research statement
  • Writing sample (published article or chapter, or a dissertation chapter)
  • Graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable for initial review)

Nice To Haves

  • Ability to teach lower-level American politics courses and a research methods course.
  • Ability to teach courses with a thematic focus on gender politics, ethnic politics, international political economy, international law, normative political theory, and/or environmental politics.
  • Experience with high-impact teaching practices and with program leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching six courses per academic year
  • Advising and mentoring political science and international studies majors
  • Maintaining an active research agenda
  • Service and community outreach

Benefits

  • Full-time employment

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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