Assistant Professor of Political Science The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science.
Position Details Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
School of Social Sciences and Global Studies
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Pay Grade
Generic Grade
Posting Close Date
Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants Candidates should submit a cover letter, C.V., teaching evaluations or evidence of teaching effectiveness, statement of teaching philosophy, a research statement, a writing sample, and contact information of three professional references. We will begin reviewing applications on November 22, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply at jobs.usm.edu. Direct any questions to the search chair, Dr. Joseph Weinberg at
Job Summary The School of Social Science and Global Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Political Science to start August 2025. The position is open with respect to substantive research and teaching interests, but priority will be given to candidates who can offer courses in American political institutions, research methods and/or public law. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to working with diverse student and community populations. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching and student mentorship and possess a research agenda with clear potential for a sustained record of scholarship leading to peer-reviewed publications.
The School strongly values interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching and scholarship. Our School offers support for scholarship and actively mentors junior colleagues
Primary Duties and Responsibilities - Teach three courses per semester in the Fall and Spring.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in undergraduate advisement.
- The successful candidate will also be expected to produce peer reviewed scholarly publications and participate in professional conferences. Presentations at academic conferences are supported with annual travel funds.
- Tenure-track faculty members participate in shared governance, in School, College, and University committees and other service assignments.
- Hold regular office hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. from an accredited institution inPolitical Science by the time of appointment. ABDapplicants are encouraged to apply but must provide official notification ofthe terminal degree by date of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications Evidence of, or the clear potential for,scholarly development and publication in the field of Political Science. Evidence of, or the clearpotential for, effective engagement with a diverse student body. Experiencecreating, or the clear potential for creating, a student-centered learningenvironment.
About The University of Southern Mississippi Since our founding in 1910, The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one ofthe nation's leading research institutions.
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As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.