Assistant Professor of Political Science (American Constitutional Law, American Political Thoug...
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- Sam Houston State University
- Location
- College of Humanities and Social Sciences
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- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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Assistant Professor of Political Science (American Constitutional Law, American Political Thought, Public Law, Judicial Systems)
Requisition:202600086F
Rank:Assistant Professor
FLSA status:Exempt
Hiring Salary:Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Position Type:Full-Time Tenure Track
College:College of Humanities and Social Sciences
Department:Dept of Political Science
Open Date:07/07/2026
Quicklink:https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/47657
Contact Name:Dr. Kenneth McIntyre
Title:Professor
Department of Political Science
College of Humanities and Social Sciences
1901 Avenue I
Box 2149
Huntsville, TX 77341-2149
(936) 294-4676
Contact Email:kmcintyre@shsu.edu
Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job:The Department of Political Science at Sam Houston State University is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2027. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for teaching three courses per semester and engaging in research/scholarly activities. The successful candidate(s) will also be expected to participate in service activities such as program and curriculum development, in-person and online course development, and student recruitment and engagement.
Educational Requirements for the Position:Candidates should have a PhD in Political Science from an accredited institution of higher education. ABD candidates will be considered, but the successful candidate must have a PhD by the start date (August 2027).
Experience Required for the Position:The successful candidate must be able to teach undergraduate courses (in-person and online) in Public Law, American Constitutional Law, Civil Rights & Civil Liberties, Judicial Systems, American Political Thought, and American or Texas Government, a graduate course on Judicial Politics and a graduate seminar in American Politics/American Political Thought (graduate courses are all online). In the teaching statement, candidates should directly address their qualifications to teach these specific courses and to teach both in-person and online courses.
The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the leadership of the Legal Studies Minor within the Political Science Department.
Demonstrated evidence of an established or emerging research/scholarly program in Public Law, Constitutional Jurisprudence, Judicial Politics/Systems, and/or American Political Thought is required.
Required Application Materials:
Cover letter that identifies research and teaching interests, qualifications, and experience for the position.Current CV that includes, if applicable, a summary of previous teaching experience and the format of each course taught (i.e., in-person, online, hybrid).All graduate transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted during the application process; however, the successful candidate must submit official transcripts documenting all post-secondary degrees.Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s teaching and research abilities.Recent student teaching evaluations covering the last two semesters of teaching, if available. Those without teaching evaluations will need to upload a placeholder document in lieu of evaluations.Teaching statement, including a discussion of online pedagogy and how the applicant’s teaching will meet the specific needs of Sam Houston State University’s students.If available, sample syllabi for relevant courses.
The application process will remain open until the position is filled, but the committee will begin evaluating applicants on 1 September 2026. Please direct questions to Dr. Kenneth McIntyre (kmcintyre@shsu.edu).
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
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EEO Statement:Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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About Sam Houston State University
For more than 140 years, Sam Houston State University has been preparing students for meaningful lives of achievement. Its motto, "The measure of a Life is its Service," resonates among its 21,000 students, eight colleges and well beyond its historical roots through research, creative endeavors, service learning, volunteering and more.
SHSU is an institution whose mission is to provide high quality education, scholarship, and service to students. With over 90 bachelor degrees, 50 master’s, and 11 doctoral programs—including the nation’s first Ph.D. in forensic science, SHSU provides an exceptional college experience for every student: traditional or non-traditional; first generation; international; or online.
Service to self and others is paramount at SHSU and reflected in all university organizations and programs. In fact, the university was named to USA Today’s Top 50 in the U.S. for “commitment to civic engagement and global awareness,” in addition to being classified a "Community Engaged Campus" by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. This honor, bestowed to only 311 public institutions nationwide, acknowledges the university's significant commitment to service.
Sam Houston State University has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging, although just an hour drive north of Houston.
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code §51.215.
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- Website
- https://www.shsu.edu/
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- 936-294-1070
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1905 University Avenue
Huntsville
TX
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United States
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