Political and Global Affairs; Public Policy), Tenure-Track Faculty

Political and Global Affairs (Public Policy), Tenure-Track Faculty

Job Title:

Political and Global Affairs (Public Policy), Tenure-Track Faculty

Department:
Political and Global Affairs

University Expectation: MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students.

Salary:
The salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Job Summary/Basic Function
:
The Department of Political and Global Affairs at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in public policy at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026.

The department is looking for a dynamic teacher and emerging researcher who can contribute to public policy and public management courses across multiple concentrations in our department. Applicants should be able to teach introductory American politics and upper-division courses in areas such as American public policy, state and local government, and public management. We welcome applicants who can contribute courses on policy areas such as environment, civil rights, and criminal justice.

Required

Education:

A terminal degree in political science, public administration, public policy, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date.

Documents Needed to Apply:
To successfully apply, applicants must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and statement of research or creative activities (as appropriate to the discipline) as separate attachments at the time of online application.

MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Sick Leave
• Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
• 13 paid University holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Retirement plans
• Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
• Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.

Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986).

This position requires a criminal background check.

For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply:
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