Assistant Professor of Political Science

Posting Details

Posting Details

Logo 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 Posting Text

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

• Ph.D. in Political Science, or a related field on the date of appointment.
  
  

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:

• a letter of application;
• current curriculum vitae;
• unofficial graduate transcripts;
• an example of current research;
• a teaching portfolio (course evaluations, philosophy of teaching statement, and/or sample syllabi), and
• three letters of reference
  
  

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 Yes First Consideration Date 01/20/2025 Advertised Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience Duration of the Term 9 months If Other, describe duration Appointment Percent 100 Tenure Status Tenure Track Proposed Rank Assistant Professor Work Hours Typical Hours Worked Per Week Appointment Type Regular Scope of Search External (includes Internal) If internal, define scope of search Department Description and Cultural Expectations 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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Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Portfolio
• Reference List
• Graduate Transcripts
  
  

Optional Documents

• Media File
• Other
• Work or Writing Sample