Tenure-Track: Assistant Professor

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Tenure-Track:
Assistant Professor

Political Science

Location

College Station, Texas

Open Date

8/4/2025

Position

165833

Description

The Department of Political Science, Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is recruiting 2 tenure-track full-time, nine-month positions which are open with respect to subfields. This search is for the rank of Assistant Professor. The expected starting date for this position is August 1, 2026. Successful candidates will be expected to carry out a vigorous program of research and actively contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, and service to the profession.

Strong research and teaching interests across traditional subfields of political science will be highly valued. All appointees are expected to be committed to teaching and research of the highest quality. The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas was founded in 1997 under President George H. W. Bush's philosophy that "public service is a noble calling."

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Qualifications

This position requires a Ph.D. in political science or a related field.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following materials electronically through Interfolio at
1) cover letter
2) curriculum vitae,
3) personal statement, (your statement should include your philosophy and plans for teaching, research and service),
4) writing sample (You may provide unpublished works or works in progress if you have not published,
5) three (3) confidential letters of recommendation requested through applicant's Interfolio account, and
6) provide contact information for two additional professional references. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The review of applications will begin on September 1, 2025, and will continue until the positions are filled.

Questions regarding this position should be sent to Carrie Kilpatrick at carriek.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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