Professor of Political Science

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CAMPUS / CENTER LOCATION : SOUTH CAMPUS

DEPARTMENT : SCHOOL OF LIBERAL ARTS

DATE POSITION AVAILABLE : FALL 2025

REVIEW DATE : JANUARY 29th, 2025

SALARY : $49,750 - MASTER'S DEGREE

54,300 - DOCTORATE DEGREE

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Provides instruction in the teaching of a specific subject or field of knowledge and guides student study and learning in that subject field. To learn more about this position please view the full job descriptions by clicking here .

This Faculty position is a 180 day contract. For information regarding Faculty 180 Day Contracts, please visit our FSCJ Collective Bargaining Agreement by clicking on the link below. Please refer to page 42.

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WHAT YOU'LL NEED

At a minimum, the selected candidate must have a master's degree with at least 18 semester hours in any combination of qualifying disciplines (one or two graduate level courses with political science content that represent regional perspectives such as African studies, Asian studies, or Hispanic studies may be counted) Qualifying disciplines include comparative politics, government politics, international relations, demography, and sociology.

Additionally, the preferred candidate will have a Masters degree in Political Science.

Be aware that all applicants, including current Florida State College at Jacksonville employees, are required to attach :

1) All unofficial student copies of transcripts, confirming the awarding of the required degrees and coursework.

2) Copy of License / Certificate (if applicable)

You may either attach it to your online application or fax it to the Human Resources Department at (904) 632-3390.

WHY US

We value our employees. Employees are treated as individuals and empowered to do their best. Our greatest strength lies in the skill, judgement and talent of our employees. We recognize that our success is related directly to the dedication and performance of our employees. We value integrity, excellence in teaching and learning, a culture of honesty and trust, creativity and a respect for diversity. We believe in the potential of people who are inspired, engaged and work together for common goals & objectives. To that end we strive to attract, develop and retain the talented people necessary to deliver the highest quality service to our students and community. It is our focus to support a diverse workforce within an inclusive work environment. In return, we provide a competitive compensation and benefits package, job / skill training, and company-sponsored social events.

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Accessible : Classes are offered at convenient locations throughout Duval County and Nassau County and globally through online classes. View our locations .

Affordable : FSCJ ranks among the top 50 most affordable public, four-year institutions in the nation. Plus, we provide many financial aid and scholarship opportunities for our students.

Diverse : We have students from more than 154 countries and students range in age from 12 to 106 years old.

Highly Ranked : FSCJ ranks 11th in the nation in grand total (4,548), and in all disciplines granted among public, four-year colleges and universities granting associate degrees. (Community College Week)

AWARDS & ACCOLADES

Florida State College at Jacksonville has been named as a 2024 Great College to Work For by ModernThink and has received Honor Roll recognition in 9 categories including : Job Satisfaction & Support, Professional Development, Mission & Pride, Supervisor / Department Chair Effectiveness, Confidence in Senior Leadership, Faculty & Staff Well-being, Shared Governance, Faculty Experience, and Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. Click here to learn more about this recognition.

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WE CAN HELP

If you have questions or need technical assistance, please contact the Human Resources department by email employment@fscj.edu or phone (904) 632-3210. Additional documents can be faxed to (904) 632-3390.

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Florida State College at Jacksonville does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, disability, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, sex, sexual orientation / expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or genetic information in its programs, activities and employment. For more information, visit the Equal Access / Equal Opportunity page. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please notify the Human Resources Department at (904) 632-3210 if any reasonable accommodations are required during the application or the interview process.

Florida State College at Jacksonville provides equal opportunity for educational opportunities and employment to all. If you have concerns regarding discrimination, harassment or retaliation, please contact the College's Equity Officer, 501 W. State Street, Jacksonville, FL 32202, or at (904) 632-3221, toll-free at (877) 578-6801 or via email at equityofficer@fscj.edu for information.

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view the U.S. Department of Labor Workplace Posters .

STAY CONNECTED!

At FSCJ, our College community does not just include our employees; it includes everyone willing to experience our inclusive culture and resolute core values that frame our institution. We have a variety of ways you can connect with us and take part in that experience. Together we can create an environment of communication and understanding that is both informative and entertaining, and we cannot wait to share it with you!

Salary : $49,750 - $54,300