Instructor, Political Science and Public Administration

Instructor, Political Science and Public Administration

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The Department of Political Science and Public Administration is seeking a 12-month, non-tenure earning, Instructor of American Politics. Position responsibilities include a 4/4 teaching load and service.

Supervisor: This position will report to the Department Chair.
Working Hours: Varies
Supervision Exercised: This is not a supervisory role.
Required Licensure: N/A
Anticipated

Start Date:

The position is expected to begin on August 3, 2026.

A Ph.D. in Political Science, Government, or a related discipline is required by August 3, 2026.

• Experience teaching large, in-person sections of introductory courses in American government.
• Experience teaching upper‑division courses in American politics (particularly Political Psychology, Presidency, and Congress) and social science research methods.

• Cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage. The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.

Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.

• Passport (all pages including blank pages)
• Form DS-160 (if ever submitted; if not, upload an explanation)

Application Review Date:
Initial review of applications will begin on January 21, 2026.
Job Posting Close Date:
Open until filled.

Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents and reference information. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Dr. Nicholas Seabrook at n.seabrook.

About the Department:
The Department of Political Science and Public Administration offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Political Science (BA), Public Administration (MPA), and International Affairs (MAIA), as well as minors in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Service Leadership, and Political Campaigns. The department includes the Public Opinion Research Laboratory (PORL), a highly ranked full‑service survey research facility, as well as the Public Service Leadership Program (PSLP), and the Pre‑Law Program.

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