Visiting Professor of Political Science

Job Title Visiting Professor of Political Science Position Summary

Designs and delivers instruction in undergraduate Political Science courses offered by the School. Participates in teaching effectiveness efforts; provides academic advising to students; participates in all department, school and University-wide events and activities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

* Prepares lessons and delivers instruction for day, evening, weekend, and some online courses at the undergraduate level. Regular course load is 4 per Fall and 4 per Spring semester. | Daily 60%

* Adheres to the established class schedule and office hours. Submits contracts, book requests, syllabi, grades, evaluations, and other required paperwork and reports in a timely manner. | Daily 20%

* Conducts scholarly and professional activities, writes and submits articles for presentation and publication in academic journals. | Monthly 4-5%

* Remains knowledgeable of current research activities in respective discipline by reading journal articles, attending conferences, and maintaining relationships with other fellow researchers. | Monthly 4-5%

* Participates in curriculum and program development, assessment and reporting. | Monthly 4%

* Advises and mentors students at the undergraduate level and participates in their scholarship activities. | Monthly 5%

* Supervises and evaluates student interns as needed. | As needed

* Participates in the scholarship of teaching. | Monthly 4%

* Supports maintenance of SACSCOC accreditation and applicable discipline-related standards. | As needed

* Other duties as assigned by the Dean. | As needed

Education, Certifications and/or Licenses

* PhD in Political Science (or ABD with a completion date not to exceed one year) is required.

Experience

QUALIFICATIONS:

* To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EXPERIENCE:

* Demonstrated potential for strong teaching and quality research is required.

* University teaching experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE:(position requirements at entry):

Knowledge of:

* Thorough understanding of Political Science curriculum and its application in a classroom especially as it relates to the education of Political Science students.

* Ability to teach Political Science courses at the undergraduate level.

* Familiarity with academic policies and procedures of higher education institutions.

* Ability to work effectively with other University personnel.

* Ability to provide service to both the University and the community.

* Ability to comply with rules, standards, regulations and laws related to student records.

* Ability to adhere to University and departmental policies and procedures.

* Ability to use discretion in handling confidential and sensitive matters.

* Ability to be discrete in handling confidential matters, while complying with FERPA regulations.

* Proficiency with an integrated administrative system and current software programs.

* Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.

* Ability to develop, plan, implement, and evaluate programs and short- and long-range goals.

* Outstanding interpersonal and community relations skills.

SKILLS:

(position requirements at entry):

Language skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general discipline-related periodicals, professional journals, and/or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, students, and University employees.

Mathematical skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, ratios, percentages, proportions to practical situations and report resulting outcomes. Research methods in Political Science familiarity is desirable.

Reasoning ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Salary Range

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number 2016AS1057P Posting Open Date 12/02/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants