Assistant Professor of Political Science

Position/Application Information

McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science in the Department of History and Political Science. This is a full-time, 9-month, unclassified, tenure-track position. The appointment begins in August 2026.

Position Number: F99613

SALARY: $49,200

DEADLINE:
Review of applications will begin January 31, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS:
For the application process, applicants must complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below to ensure full consideration:

* Letter of Application

* Curriculum Vitae

* Three References (Include: name, phone number, and email address)

* Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned

Note:

Three letters of recommendation will be required at time of hire of selected candidate.

* Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful result of a criminal background check and receipt of official transcripts if applicable.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Required application materials will not be accepted after the deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
* IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS REGARDING THIS POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIR:

Dr. Michael T. Smith at mtsmith

Office of Human Resources:

Kim Dronett, HR Analyst; kdronett;

Position Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for functions related to teaching, advising, research, service, and recruiting. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will teach 12 credit hours of undergraduate courses per semester in a physical classroom, hold face to face office hours (10 hours per week), attend departmental and university meetings, attend commencements, and be the primary advisor for undergraduate students majoring in Political Science.

The Assistant Professor of Political Science will work closely with the Department Head of History and Political Science in submitting Political Science assessment data every academic year. Opportunities also exist to develop new courses aligned with the candidate's expertise and departmental needs.

Required/Preferred Qualifications

Required:

Ph.D. or ABD in Political Science.

Preferred:
Completed Ph.D.;
Both online and in-person college teaching experience. While all areas of political science will be considered, preference may be given to applicants with expertise in American politics or comparative politics.

General University information

McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists.

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McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.

Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Campus Compliance and Civility at  or kyoungblood.

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