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University of Illinois Lecturer - Political Science - American Politics - 1028996-6689 in Urbana, Illinois
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University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
The Department of Political Science at the University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in American Politics for AY 25-26, with the possibility of a second year, contingent on availability of funding, strong enrollments, and strong performance reviews. We welcome applications from those able to teach courses in a variety of courses in American Political Institutions or American Political Behavior.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach six courses during the year (three per semester). Two of these six courses will be Introduction to U.S. Government & Politics. The remaining courses will be determined based upon candidate expertise but will preferably include some combination of the following courses: The U.S. Congress; The U.S. Presidency; Interest Groups; Bureaucracy; American Parties; African American Politics; Asian American Politics.
Ph.D. in Political Science or related field required for the title of Lecturer. Target start date is August 16, 2025. Salary is \$60,000. Work authorization sponsorship is not available for this position. This is a 9-month appointment, non-tenure track position.
To apply, create your candidate profile through https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your application materials by 6:00pm (CST) on February 14, 2025: letter of application, CV, and statement of teaching interests. We ask that all documents be uploaded in a single .pdf file as an upload in the \"Resume/CV\" section.
Only applications submitted through the University of Illinois Job Board will be considered. Questions about the position or application procedures may be directed to the faculty search coordinator at pol@illinois.edu .
The University of Illinois must also comply with applicable federal export control laws and regulations and, as such, reserves the right to employ restricted party screening procedures for applicants.
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Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1028996
Job Category: Faculty
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu