Assistant Professor in Political Science- Political Theory

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The Department of Political Science at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenuretrack faculty position in Political Theory at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1 2024. We seek a political theorist whose scholarship and teaching addresses the theme of Ecologies and Inequalities. In the context of todays urgent environmental social political cultural and economic crises we are looking for a talented scholar and teacher whose research takes an existential approach to contemporary conditions. . We are especially interested in scholars whose research addresses climate change in relation to social stratifications including race class postcoloniality and disability. The successful candidate will carry a 2/2 teaching load and will be expected to teach foundational courses in Political Theory as well as courses related to Ecologies and Inequalities that align with their interests. The Department of Political Science is committed to removing barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups strives to recruit faculty who will further enhance our diversity and aims to support the academic professional and personal success of all faculty. Enhancing the diversity of our faculty to improve the field of political science and better serve political science students is a key part of the departments strategic plan. The Department has a history of mentoring Assistant Professors from underrepresented groups and providing a supportive environment for attaining academic and professional goals. The University of Utah recognizes that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community. The University of Utah is the flagship institution of the Utah System of Higher Education and has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation as among those research universities with the highest research activity. The University provides numerous opportunities for internal research funding and offers a generous benefits and retirement package: . The University is located in Salt Lake City the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately 1.25 million residents. Salt Lake City is home to sizable Latinx and immigrant populations 21.5 and 11.5 of residents respectively). Per capita Salt Lake City has the 11th largest LGBTQ population in the U.S. The citys proximity to the Wasatch Mountains worldclass ski resorts and national parks makes it an ideal location for outdoor recreation. The Salt Lake City International Airport is a major hub with direct flights to most U.S. cities and direct international flights to a number of major cities. SLC has extensive arts and cultural activities. The area has received international recognition for its light rail system foodie culture Sundance Film Festival vibrant downtown and increasing ethnic diversity. Applications should include a cover letter detailing research and teaching interests and experience a CV a writing sample and three references who can be contacted for letters of recommendation. As part of the cover letter we invite you to describe how your work and other experiences contribute to the success of underrepresented students. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Applications should be submitted by a best consideration date of September 24 2023 although those received after this date will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Please email all inquiries to the chair of the search committee Prof. Steve Johnston at: