Assistant Professor of Political Science

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Institution

The University of South Dakota

Working Title

Assistant Professor of Political Science

Posting Number

F01578P

Department

USD-Political Science

Physical Location of Position (City)

Vermillion

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The Department of Political Science at the University of South Dakota invites applicants for a tenure-track position as assistant professor of political science in international relations and / or comparative politics. This is a nine-month, full-time appointment.

Responsibilities :

• Teach general coursework in political science. The expected workload will be six courses per academic year.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student mentoring within the context of a strong liberal arts program.
• Share in the work of a vibrant department and apply their professional expertise in the service of the university, community and discipline.

Requirements :

The University of South Dakota is the state's flagship liberal arts institution with a "higher research" (R2) Carnegie classification. The Department also houses a NASPAA-Accredited Master of Public Administration (MPA) program and has strong ties to the university's honors program.

Given the department's strong commitment to teaching and mentoring, the department enjoys major endowments that support student internships and travel; faculty research; and professional development.

The start date will be August 22, 2025.

Applications must be submitted online at https : / / yourfuture.sdbor.edu . A complete application consists of :

Inquiries about the position and materials that cannot be uploaded should be directed to Associate Professor Julia Hellwege, chair of the search committee at Julia.Hellwege@usd.edu .

Review of applications will begin on January 20, 2025, and continue until a suitable candidate is hired.

Posting Date

12 / 03 / 2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

First Consideration Date

01 / 20 / 2025

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience

Duration of the Term

9 months

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Tenure Status

Tenure Track

Proposed Rank

Assistant Professor

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Appointment Type

Regular

Scope of Search

External (includes Internal)

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

USD is committed to fostering a dynamic and welcoming working and learning environment for all. USD provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to ideological, political, or sectarian opinions or perspectives; or race, color, creed, religion, sex, ancestry, disability, national origin or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. USD is committed to the principles of free expression and encourages the timely and rational discussion of topics in an environment that is intellectually and ideologically diverse.

Contact Information

Questions may be directed to Prof. Julia Hellwege, chair of the Political Science Search Committee, Department of Political Science, University of South Dakota, 414 East Clark Street, Vermillion, SD 57069-2390, 605 / 658-6755 or julia.hellwege@usd.edu

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