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Pennsylvania State University Assistant Teaching Professor – American Politics and Political Methodology in University Park, Pennsylvania
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The Department of Political Science at the Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a position as Assistant Teaching Professor in Political Science, to start Fall 2024.
This is a non-tenure-track, 36-week, full-time, term appointment (two academic semesters).
We seek scholars of American Politics who can offer in-residence introductory and advanced undergraduate courses on American politics and public policy, as well as upper-level research design and data analysis courses. Responsibilities will include teaching six courses a year.
A Ph.D. in Political Science, American Politics, or related field at time of appointment is required.
Assistant Teaching Professors participate extensively in the intellectual life of the department, including opportunities to attend seminars and workshops, and present research. Salary is competitive and additional money is available for travel and research.
Applicants must submit an online application and include a cover letter explaining any research and teaching experience; a current CV; and syllabi from previously taught courses, if relevant.
In addition, successful candidates must either have demonstrated a commitment to building an inclusive, equitable, and diverse campus community, or describe one or more ways they would envision doing so, given the opportunity.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For more information on the Department of Political Science, see https://polisci.la.psu.edu/.
The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non-tenure-line faculty appointments. Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21.
Penn State and the Department of Political Science are committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
More information on these commitments can be found at https://equity.psu.edu/ and https://polisci.la.psu.edu/diversity/.
Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to 75% tuition discounts (including for a spouse and dependent children up to the age of 26) and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for more detailed information.
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