Assistant Professor Political Science
Assistant Professor Political Science
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Job Description
Overview
The Department of Political Science at Utah State University invites applications for a acadmeic year tenuretrack position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Political Science beginning August 2025. We seek candidates who are broadly trained in political theory. The area of specialization is open. Application review will begin October 15 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include a primary role in research high quality teaching at both the masters and undergraduate levels and service. Preference will be given to those with a strong research trajectory and demonstrated interest in teaching courses of need in the department including introductory and upper division courses in political theory including in the candidates area of specialization. The anticipated teaching load is two classes per semester.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Political Science as of employment date
- Candidates must demonstrate accomplishments and/or clear potential for success in research
- Candidates must demonstrate accomplishments and/or clear potential for success in teaching
- The successful candidate must generate a satisfactory outcome on a background check
Required Documents
Along with the online application please attach:
- CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
- Documents below to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Documents 110
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample
- Research Statement
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Evidence of Effective Teaching.
- Names and email addresses of three references that we may request letters of recommendation from.
**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**
Advertised Salary
ADA
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes.
College/Department Highlights
The Department of Political Science is a vibrant community of about 14 tenured or tenuretrack faculty with a strong tradition for excellence. The department is one of 8 departments situated in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences. This position is based on our main campus in Logan Utah in the scenic Cache Valley and offers abundant opportunities for cultural experiences shopping and access to nature.
University Highlights
Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.
USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.
Competing at the NCAA Division I level USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac12 Conference beginning in theseason. The Aggies longstanding tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports reflecting USUs commitment to perseverance and achievement.
Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected valued and supported. We seek to recruit hire and retain people from all walks of life who willchampion excellence in education research discovery outreach and believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be recognized our commitment to employees when they namedUtah State the best employer in Utahin 2023.Learn moreabout USU.
The university provides aDual Career Assistance Programto support careers for partners who are also seeking is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability contact the universitys ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources ator.
*updated 02/2025
Notice of Nondiscrimination
In its programs and activities including in admissions and employment Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment based on race color religion sex national origin age genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression disability status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by University policy Title IX or any other federal state or local law.
The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs nondiscrimination policies:
Executive Director of the Office of EquityMatthew PinnerDistance Education Rm.
Title IX CoordinatorCody Carmichael Distance Education Rm.
Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill Logan UT 84322
For further information regarding nondiscrimination please visit or contact:
U.S. Department of EducationOffice of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights
*updated 09/2023
Employment Type
Full-Time
