Visiting Assistant Professor, Political Science
- Employer
- Skidmore College
- Location
- Saratoga Springs, NY
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- Faculty Jobs
- Social Sciences, Political Science & International Relations
- Position Type
- Assistant Professor
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Summary:
The Department of Political Science at Skidmore College invites applications for a one-year, Visiting Assistant Professor position in American Government and Politics with a specialization in political behavior beginning fall 2023. The successful candidate will teach an introductory course in American politics and courses in political behavior that could include campaigns and elections, voting behavior, public opinion, media and politics, research methods, and political parties. Candidates able to teach courses in women and politics and/or race, ethnicity and politics are particularly encouraged to apply. The teaching load for a Visiting Assistant Professor at Skidmore is five courses per year for a total of 18-20 credits. Applicants from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are especially encouraged to apply, as well as individuals who have experience teaching diverse student populations.
Education: A Ph.D. in political science by the time of appointment is strongly preferred.
Required documents to apply:
- on-line application,
- cover letter,
- curriculum vitae,
- appropriate transcripts,
- evidence of teaching effectiveness.
- contact information of three references
Application Deadline: April 7, 2023
Pay Range: Commensurate with experience
In order to prevent or significantly reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission at Skidmore College and protect all members of the College community from infection, successful candidates will be required to submit proof of full vaccination as a condition of employment, unless exempted as a reasonable accommodation of a medical condition or sincerely religious belief or practice.
EEO STATEMENT
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.
CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.
Organization
Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college with a reputation for its creative approaches to just about everything. With its relatively small size and student-faculty ratio, the College is a close-knit academic community. Skidmore is known for its faculty of teacher-scholars devoted to the instruction and mentoring of undergraduates—approximately 2,400 talented men and women from some 47 states and 46 countries.
A great education is all about putting academic theory and creative expression into practice. That’s what our founder, Lucy Skidmore Scribner, believed. Skidmore’s not an ivory tower. Never has been. Never will be. It’s a place where faculty and students work together, then figure out how to use what they’ve learned to make a difference in the world. This practical focus often leads to cross-disciplinary and interdisciplinary approaches, where students carry multiple majors, student-faculty research is common, and internships and community service are standard. It also leads to interesting and unusual combinations of activities, frequently woven into an intellectual passion.
If this kind of experience resonates with you, why not take a closer look at Skidmore?
Skidmore College is located in the historic resort community of Saratoga Springs, New York. Set in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, Saratoga is located about 30 minutes north of Albany, the state capital.
Saratoga is a small, cosmopolitan city of 30,000, noted for its Victorian heritage, famed spas, and thoroughbred horse racing. The Saratoga Performing Arts Center is a site of top rock, jazz, and pop performances as well as the summer home of the New York City Ballet and the Philadelphia Orchestra. Saratoga is a three-and-one-half-hour drive, train ride, or bus trip from New York City, Boston, or Montreal.
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