Assistant Professor of Political Science

Job Title Assistant Professor of Political Science Position Number 997853 Department Political Science & Philosophy Salary $53,500 Remote No

Job Summary /Description

The Department of Political Science and Philosophy at Angelo State University is seeking a new colleague starting Fall 2026 to assist in its core mission of preparing its majors for excellence and leadership in their communities and careers and of instilling and promoting civic education in the larger ASU student body.

Considering the responsibility public institutions of higher education have to prepare students for responsible citizenship in a free society, the Department has been charged with teaching core courses in Texas Government and Federal Government. These courses represent a majority of the teaching workload for faculty in our department and require a thorough familiarity with the principles of liberty and free, republican government underlying the Constitutions of Texas and of the United States.

Our new colleague must be prepared to contribute to the major in Political Science by teaching Introduction to Political Science and upper division courses in International Relations and Comparative Politics. A variety of research areas will be considered, but we are looking for emphases on the activity of major states, such as China, Russia, etc. Also important to this position is the ability to cultivate our students for careers in diplomacy, national security, and foreign policy.

Our major in Political Science is undergoing a period of enrollment growth, and we are proposing to build on that growth with a number of interdisciplinary programs/curricular initiatives, such as, new minors and certificates in PPE (Politics, Philosophy, and Economics), Civic Education and Leadership, and Constitutional and Legal Studies. Ability to contribute to these efforts will be considered a plus factor.

Review of applications will begin 11/17/25 and will continue until the position is filled.

Typical Duties/Job Duties

Faculty at Angelo State teach a 4-4 load and are expected to maintain an active research agenda and engage in service to the university. A typical semester will involve teaching one upper-level course and three sections of Texas Government or Federal Government. The faculty member's record of scholarly achievement will be evaluated according to the department's established criterion. Service at Angelo State includes attending departmental and college meetings, advising majors, serving on both department and university-wide committees, and may also be bolstered by service to the discipline and to the Concho Valley community.

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

* Teaching experience and a commitment to teaching excellence.

* Knowledge of the Constitutions of the United States and Texas and of the civic educational purposes underscored by the requirements found in Section 51.301 of the Texas Education Code.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Political Science; advanced ABDs are also encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with the efforts to revive civic knowledge in Texas and the United States.

Physical Requirements

* Must be able to travel from home to Angelo State's physical campus and back on a daily basis when classes are meeting.

* Must be able to lecture or direct discussions at the front of a classroom for up to 75 minutes at a time.

* Must be able to use a computer to update courses and communicate with students, colleagues, and other members of the university.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at  or email us at hr.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F349P Open Date 10/10/2025 Close Date Desired Start Date 08/17/2026 Review Start Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

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