Assistant Professor of Political Science

Salary : $75,006.00 Annually

Location : Carbondale, Illinois

Job Type : Faculty

Job Number : 202500127

Department : School of Anthropology, Political Science & Sociology-SIUC

Opening Date : 02 / 25 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 31 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

FLSA : : Exempt

Security / Safety Sensitive : : NA

Description

The School of Anthropology, Political Science, and Sociology invites those with potential for excellence in research and teaching to apply for consideration as an Assistant Professor in Political Science. This position is a continuing, tenure track, 9-month appointment to start August 12, 2025. Tenure will be housed in the School of Anthropology, Political Science, and Sociology.

This position is represented by SIU Carbondale Faculty Association / IEA-NEA. For more information regarding salary and other details please visit :

The target salary offer for this position is $75,006 annually at full time. Actual salary for part-time appointments will be prorated based on the percentage FTE of the appointment.

Examples of Duties

The selected candidate will participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching, engage in scholarly research, and provide School / University service appropriate to their academic rank.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications : PhD in Political Science, Government, or International Relations by date of hire. Specialization in International Relations and Quantitative Methods. In addition to the degree requirement, applicants must demonstrate the following :

1. A potential to develop a strong program of individual scholarship

2. Evidence of an active research agenda.

3. Demonstrated ability to teach International Relations

4. Commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds such as racial and ethnic minorities, women, individuals who identify as LGBT , individuals with disabilities, individuals from lower income backgrounds, and / or first-generation or otherwise underserved college students.

Preferred Qualifications : Candidates who have a demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publication in International Relations and Political Science. Candidates who are prepared to teach quantitative methods at the undergraduate and graduate level. Candidates who are prepared to direct PhD students in International Relations.

Required Documents : Submita letter of application, a current CV, and three references.

Contact : Stephen Bloom,

Supplemental Information

School of Anthropology, Political Science and Sociology candidates who have experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to the climate of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences in these areas in their cover letter. New faculty in the College of Liberal Arts are offered competitive startup packages, often including graduate teaching or research assistant support and summer salary, designed to jumpstart research scholarship. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration. Southern Illinois University Carbondale is a Carnegie Doctoral Research University (R1) offering 200 undergraduate degrees, minors and specializations, 79 master's degrees, and 40 doctoral degrees. Our main campus is 1,136 acres, with additional acreage in University Farms, Touch of Nature Outdoor Education Center, and other facilities.

The university is an essential part of the city of Carbondale and an important contributor to the culture of the entire region. While Carbondale includes many of the amenities of urban life, it retains its small-town flavor. We are approximately 2 hours from St. Louis, 3-4 hours from Memphis and Nashville, and 5 hours from Chicago. The cost of living is lower in the region than in similar areas elsewhere, and many employees commute from nearby counties. Southern Illinois is beautifully nestled between the Ohio and Mississippi rivers and boasts a temperate climate and considerable natural beauty including the Shawnee National Forest, many state parks, national wildlife areas, and several lakes beloved for recreation. Local foods are readily available in the area, with a variety of eateries and a growing specialized food truck presence. The area is home to the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail, an official wine appellation designation; as well as multiple breweries. The campus itself is a microcosm of the area, with a lake and forest on campus, as well as traditional collegiate architecture, quad, and residential halls. To learn about employee benefits and find resources about Carbondale and the Southern Illinois region, visit : https : / / jobs.siu.edu / .

SIU Carbondale, member of the SIU System, is an anti-racist community that opposes racism, discrimination and inequity in any form, and embraces diversity, inclusion, equity, and justice for all people.

SIU Carbondale is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans that strives to enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). These benefits include : Health Insurance plans (HMOs, OAPs, QCHP and CDHP), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Supplemental Long Term Disability (LTD), Flex Spending Accounts, MCAP and DCAP, and 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan.

Eligible employees are required to participate in the State Universities Retirement System (SURS). SURS is the retirement administrator for employees in public higher education in the State of Illinois.

Other benefits available to eligible employees include : Generous paid time-off, 403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plans, Employee Assistance Program and a Tuition Waiver Program.

For more information please visit : https : / / hr.siu.edu / benefits /

Salary : $75,006