Lecturer of Political Science

Lecturer of Political Science

Employee Classification: Lecturer

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

Sub Division-Department: DAL-School of Lib Arts & Sciences

Department: DAL-History & Political Science-514180

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

The Political Science Department is a cornerstone within academic institutions, offering a comprehensive exploration of American and foreign political systems, theories, institutions, and behaviors. Through interdisciplinary approaches, it examines the dynamics of power, governance, public policy, and international relations. Key areas of study often include comparative politics, political theory, American politics, public administration, and global politics. Faculty members are typically experts in their respective fields, engaging students in critical analysis, research, and debate on contemporary and historical issues.

The department often fosters an environment conducive to understanding the complexities of political phenomena and equipping students with the analytical skills and knowledge necessary for careers in government, public service, law, academia, and beyond.

The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) invites applications for a full-time Lecturer position in Political Science, beginning in Spring semester 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching and to assist in further development of the UNT Dallas Political Science program. UNT Dallas offers faculty the unique opportunity to help shape the character of a learner-focused comprehensive university.

Applications will be reviewed until the search is closed.

As a young university in a growing sector of Dallas, UNT Dallas is committed to academic excellence, community engagement, and student success. UNT Dallas is part of the University of North Texas System, which also includes UNT Denton, the UNT Health Sciences Center, and the UNT Dallas College of Law.

This position is responsible for teaching four (4) courses per semester. The successful candidate will also be expected to participate in such service activities such as curriculum development, online course development, project development, and committee leadership.

The ideal candidate will be committed to advancing UNT Dallas's Classroom to Career initiative—an innovative effort that bridges academic achievement and career readiness. This includes strengthening industry partnerships, embedding experiential learning (such as internships, research, and service learning) into the curriculum, integrating career and character competencies, and fostering AI fluency and essential power skills like communication, adaptability, teamwork, and leadership. The candidate should also support the development of new academic programs aligned with workforce needs and pathways to family‑sustaining careers.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

• Educational Credentials: A master's degree in political science, Public Administration, or a closely related field is generally required. In some cases, a Ph.D. may be preferred, particularly for more advanced or specialized courses.
• Teaching
  
  Experience:
  
  Demonstrated experience in teaching political science courses at the college or university level is essential. This can include serving as a graduate teaching assistant, adjunct instructor, or full‑time faculty member.
• Expertise in Political Science:
  Strong knowledge and expertise in political science, including various subfields such as comparative politics,…