Assistant Professor of Political Science

Lake Charles, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Academic Affairs

Job Summary

Position/Application Information

McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science in the Department of History and Political Science. This is a full-time 9month unclassified tenure-track position. The appointment begins in August 2026.

Position Number: F99613

SALARY:$49200

DEADLINE:Review of applications will begin January 31 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process applicantsmustcomplete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below to ensure full consideration:

Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Three References (Include: name phone number and email address)
Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned

Note: Three letters of recommendation will be required at time of hire ofselected candidate.

*Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful result of a criminal background check and receipt of official transcripts if applicable.

To applyfor this vacancy click on theAPPLYbutton at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Required application materials will not be accepted after the deadline if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIR:

Dr. Michael T. Smith at

Office of Human Resources:

Kim Dronett HR Analyst; ;

Position Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for functions related to teaching advising research service and recruiting. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will teach 12 credit hours of undergraduate courses per semester in a physical classroom hold face to face office hours (10 hours per week) attend departmental and university meetings attend commencements and be the primary advisor for undergraduate students majoring in Political Science. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will work closely with the Department Head of History and Political Science in submitting Political Science assessment data every academic year. Opportunities also exist to develop new courses aligned with the candidates expertise and departmental needs.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

Required: Ph.D. or ABD in Political Science.

Preferred: Completed Ph.D.; Both online and in-person college teaching experience. While all areas of political science will be considered preference may be given to applicants with expertise in American politics or comparative politics.

General University information

McNeese State University located in Lake Charles Louisiana is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001 et seq and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38 which provides for drug testing of employees appointees prospective employees and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator Krisshunn Youngblood Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at or .

The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.

Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana drivers license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.

Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services () or Educational Credential Evaluators Inc..

Position/Application InformationMcNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science in the Department of History and Political Science. This is a full-time 9month unclassified tenure-track position. The appointment begins in August 2026. Position ...