Political Science, CFS Professional Faculty

Political Science, CFS Professional Faculty Posting

End Date:
September 2, 2026. Last day to apply:
Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 11:59pm (MST). Position

Start Date:

August 1, 2027.

Required Degree:
Ph.D. in political science or related field, or substantial professional experience in politics or a related field. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

The BYU Department of Political Science invites applications for a Continuing Faculty Status-track (BYU equivalent of “tenure-track”) Professional position. We invite individuals of all ranks and areas of specialization to apply. While a PhD is preferred, we welcome applications from practitioners with substantial professional experience in areas such as national security policy, intelligence, law, international development, etc.

The appointment would begin in Fall 2027. Successful candidates will demonstrate potential for high-quality teaching, mentoring, advising, and be committed to giving the university's students a sound academic experience, preparing them for professional careers. They will be prepared to engage in citizenship responsibilities in the department, college, and university, and will have an opportunity to engage in professional projects that bring value to students and faculty.

Salary, teaching load, and travel support are competitive.

United by our common primary identity as children of God, BYU values equal opportunity. We also value and embrace the variety of individual characteristics, life experiences, circumstances, perspectives, talents, and gifts of each member of the BYU community and the richness and strength they bring in helping create and support an environment of covenant belonging centered in Jesus Christ. Candidates with experience in and commitment to mentoring students from a variety of backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter that summarizes your teaching approach and interests, and Mission Alignment Statement to the faculty application. If available, please send graduate transcript, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and samples of scholarly work to:
Jay Goodliffe, Chair, Department of Political Science, Brigham Young University, 745 KMBL, Provo, Utah 84602. Phone:  Email: goodliffe.

Note:

Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints: BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators;

(2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints:
Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints.

Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the…