Assistant Professor of Political Science (American Constitutional Law, American Political Thought, Public Law, Judicial Systems)
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Sam Houston State University is hiring an Assistant Professor of Political Science (American Constitutional Law, American Political Thought, Public Law, Judicial Systems). Sam Houston State University is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science. The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester, engage in research and scholarly activities, and participate in service activities such as program and curriculum development, course development, and student recruitment and engagement. This role also involves contributing to the leadership of the Legal Studies Minor.
Key focus areas include Teach three courses per semester, Engage in research/scholarly activities, and Participate in service activities.
Successful candidates bring PhD In Political Science, PhD By August 2027, and Established Or Emerging Research/Scholarly Program. Important skills include Research, Scholarly Activities, Program Development, Curriculum Development, Online Course Development, and Student Recruitment.
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Requisition: 202600086F
Hiring Salary/Recruiting Range:
Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Department: Dept of Political Science
General Requirements:
Required Application Materials:
Cover letter that identifies research and teaching interests, qualifications, and experience for the position.
Current CV that includes, if applicable, a summary of previous teaching experience and the format of each course taught (i.e., in-person, online, hybrid).
All graduate transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted during the application process; however, the successful candidate must submit official transcripts documenting all post-secondary degrees.
Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are familiar with the applicant’s teaching and research abilities.
Recent student teaching evaluations covering the last two semesters of teaching, if available. Those without teaching evaluations will need to upload a placeholder document in lieu of evaluations.
Teaching statement, including a discussion of online pedagogy and how the applicant’s teaching will meet the specific needs of Sam Houston State University’s students.
If available, sample syllabi for relevant courses.
The application process will remain open until the position is filled, but the committee will begin evaluating applicants on 1 September 2026. Please direct questions to Dr. Kenneth McIntyre ([email protected]).
Nature & Purpose of Position/Usual Duties:
The Department of Political Science at Sam Houston State University is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2027. The successful candidate(s) will be responsible for teaching three courses per semester and engaging in research/scholarly activities. The successful candidate(s) will also be expected to participate in service activities such as program and curriculum development, in-person and online course development, and student recruitment and engagement.
Other Specifications/Instructions for the Position:
Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted.
Educational Requirements for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
Candidates should have a PhD in Political Science from an accredited institution of higher education. ABD candidates will be considered, but the successful candidate must have a PhD by the start date (August 2027).
Experience Required for the Position (Faculty Positions Only):
The successful candidate must be able to teach undergraduate courses (in-person and online) in Public Law, American Constitutional Law, Civil Rights & Civil Liberties, Judicial Systems, American Political Thought, and American or Texas Government, a graduate course on Judicial Politics and a graduate seminar in American Politics/American Political Thought (graduate courses are all online). In the teaching statement, candidates should directly address their qualifications to teach these specific courses and to teach both in-person and online courses.
The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to the leadership of the Legal Studies Minor within the Political Science Department.
Demonstrated evidence of an established or emerging research/scholarly program in Public Law, Constitutional Jurisprudence, Judicial Politics/Systems, and/or American Political Thought is required.
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