Assistant Professor- Political Science

Responsibilities : The Department of Political Science at Midwestern State University invites applications for a full-time 9- month tenure-track Assistant Professor to begin Fall 2027. As a faculty member in the Department of Political Science you will be expected to: 1. Develop and teach courses in the filed of American Politics. 2. Teach 12 credit hours / 4 courses each semester. 3. Regularly teach core courses in American national government and Texas government. 4. Develop a record of research and scholarly activity. 5. Advise and mentor undergraduate students. 6. Engage in service at the department, college, and university levels. Requirements : Required Qualifications include: 1. PhD in Political Science or closely related field (ABD considered with expected completion by start date). 2. Expertise in the field of American Politics. 3. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness. 4. Evidence of potential for strong scholarly research In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply: 1. Commitment to undergraduate education. 2. The ability to teach courses areas that would add to the Department offerings, such as public administration, public policy, research methods, social movements, or any additional subfield. 3. Interest in collaborative research with colleagues and/or students 4. Interest in leading student groups such as Moot Court, Mock Trial, Model UN, or similar groups. Standard Requirements : Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to Universitys core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required. This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. To Apply: For consideration, please submit the following materials: - Cover Letter - Curriculum Vitae - Statement of Teaching Philosophy - Unofficial Transcript - Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g. syllabi or course evaluations) - Contact information for 3 references Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Linda Veazey, Search Committee Chair at [email protected]. If you need assistance with the application process, contact Christy Magee at 940-397-4258. The Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences consists of the academic departments of English, humanities, and philosophy; history; psychology; political science; sociology; and world languages and cultures. Each department offers majors, minors, and core curriculum courses. Faculty development funding is available at the university, college, and departmental levels. The Department of Political Science is dedicated to undergraduate excellence and building community with colleagues and students. It houses the Political Science major, and minors in Political Science, Global Studies, and Women's and Gender Studies. The Department is proud of its success in undergraduate research and career placement. Established in 1922, Midwestern State University is a public university in Wichita Falls, Texas, located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The university has an average enrollment of 5,800 students, with approximately 20% enrol ed in graduate programs. Rooted in a values-based culture, Midwestern State University aims to empower students and our community through a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and a culture of lifelong learning, inquiry, and innovation. The university is strongly committed to serving first-generation students and those receiving financial assistance. Please send information to the contact listed below. Contact Information Mailing Address Linda Veazey, MSU Texas Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences 3410 Taft Blvd. Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099 For More Information Linda Veazey [email protected]