What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor of Political Science position at usm?
Special Instructions to Applicants
Candidates should submit a cover letter, C.V., teaching evaluations or evidence of teaching effectiveness, statement of teaching philosophy, a research statement, a writing sample, and contact information of three professional references. We will begin reviewing applications on November 22, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should apply at jobs.usm.edu. Direct any questions to the search chair, Dr. Joseph Weinberg at joseph.weinberg@usm.edu.
Job Summary
The School of Social Science and Global Studies at The University of Southern Mississippi invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Political Science to start August 2025. The position is open with respect to substantive research and teaching interests, but priority will be given to candidates who can offer courses in American political institutions, research methods and/or public law. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to working with diverse student and community populations. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to teaching and student mentorship and possess a research agenda with clear potential for a sustained record of scholarship leading to peer-reviewed publications.
The School strongly values interdisciplinary collaboration in teaching and scholarship. Our School offers support for scholarship and actively mentors junior colleagues
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach three courses per semester in the Fall and Spring.
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in undergraduate advisement.
- The successful candidate will also be expected to produce peer reviewed scholarly publications and participate in professional conferences. Presentations at academic conferences are supported with annual travel funds.
- Tenure-track faculty members participate in shared governance, in School, College, and University committees and other service assignments.
- Hold regular office hours.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
