Assistant Professor (International Relations/Comparative Politics)
- Employer
- Texas Southern University
- Location
- Houston, TX
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- Faculty Jobs
- Social Sciences, Political Science & International Relations
- Position Type
- Tenured & Tenure-Track
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
The Department of Political Science seeks to fill a tenure-track position at the level of assistant professor. This position calls for applicants who are qualified to teach: International Relations [International Organizations, American Foreign Policy] and Comparative Politics [Political Systems of: Africa, Latin America, Europe, Asia and the Pacific]. Candidates need to have a good understanding of American government because the course workload requires teaching a minimum of six credit hours each semester of the Department’s survey courses of American and Texas government. Effective teaching, commitment to service, student advising, and the potential for scholarly productivity are part of the responsibilities involved in this position.
Essential Duties SummaryTeach International Relations, Comparative Politics, and other courses as requested. Potential to publish in scholarly outlets, write grant proposals, and seek external funding. Commitment to student advising and service and performing other job-related duties as required.
% FTE100%
Hiring RangeCommensurate with experience. EducationAn earned doctoral degree (Ph.D.) from an accredited college/university in political science.
Required Licensing/CertificationN/A
Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesN/A
Work ExperienceN/A
Leadership/Supervisory ResponsibilitiesN/A
Work Complexity/Budget AuthorityN/A
Independent Judgment/Decision Making/Problem Solving SkillsN/A
Personal/Organizational ContactsN/A
Customer Service RelationshipsN/A
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Desired start datePosition End Date (if temporary)UA EEO StatementIt is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
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Close Date10/21/2019Open Until Filled (overrides close field) YesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsOpen to all applicants.Posting Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you an earned doctoral degree (Ph.D.) from an accredited college/university in political science?
- Yes
- No
- * Have you taught any of the following courses: International Relations [International Organizations, American Foreign Policy] and Comparative Politics [Political Systems of: Africa, Latin America, Europe, Asia and the Pacific]? Please list those that apply.
(Open Ended Question)
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