Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction-SIGS

Department: School of Interdisciplinary Global Studies (SIGS) /

College: Arts & Sciences

Hiring Salary: $50000

Position Summary:
The School of Interdisciplinary Global Studiesat the University of South Florida seeks to fill a 9-month full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Instruction beginning on August 7 2025. The position is for the 2025-2026 academic year with possible extension for a second and/or third year. The salary for this position is $50000. Position is open until filled. Application review will begin on May 12 2025.

The School of Interdisciplinary Global Studies is an academic unit in the College of Arts & Sciences. It consists of four academic programs - Political Science International Studies Africana Studies and Latin American & Caribbean Studies - which act collaboratively to promote global teaching research and engagement.

Information for Applicants:
Applications from individuals who are ABD (all but dissertation) will be accepted but the degree must be conferred by appointment start date.

Applicants should attach ONE collated document including the following four (4) items to their application:

• a cover letter outlining their qualifications
• a current CV
• documentation of effective teaching
• names & contact information for three (3) references

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. For ADA accommodations please contact Jamie Lane at at least five working days prior to need. USF is an AA/EA/EO institution.

The University of South Florida a high-impact research university dedicated to student success and committed to community engagement generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. With campuses in Tampa St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee USF serves approximately 50000 students who represent nearly 150 different countries. For four consecutive years U.S. News & World Report has ranked USF as one of the nations top 50 public universities including USFs highest ranking ever in 2023 (No. 42). In 2023 USF became the first public university in Florida in nearly 40 years to be invited to join the Association of American Universities a prestigious group of the leading universities in the United States and Canada. Through hundreds of millions of dollars in research activity each year and as one of top universities in the world for securing new patents USF is a leader in solving global problems and improving lives. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at .

The teaching load for the successful candidate is four (4) courses per semester including three (3) sections per semester of undergraduate political theory courses. The remaining courses depend on the successful candidates area of specialization and could include graduate courses.

Minimum Qualifications:
PhD degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate field of specialization or equivalent qualifications based on professional experience and otherwise qualified to perform assigned duties. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred Qualifications:
First preference will be given to applicants who can demonstrate an ability to teach undergraduate courses in Political Theory.