Working/Functional Title
Inst/Ast Professor - Fixed Term
Position Summary
The Department of Political Science invites outstanding candidates from political science and related disciplines to apply to an Assistant Processor/Instructor Fixed Term position. Responsibilities include teaching an undergraduate course in African Politics (PLS 351) to undergraduate students.
Expertise in Comparative Politics and African politics. Demonstrated record of teaching experience in teaching classes in Comparative Politics and Africa politics.
The position begins on January 1, 2025 and is for the Spring 2025 semester.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Degree
Doctorate -Political Science or a related disciplin
Minimum Requirements
The Instructor position requires a master's degree in Political Science or a related discipline. The Assistant Professor position requires a Doctoral degree in Political Science or a related discipline.
Desired Qualifications
Expertise in Comparative Politics and African politics. Demonstrated record of teaching experience in teaching classes in Comparative Politics and Africa politics.
Required Application Materials
Please submit
- a Cover letter,
- curriculum vitae,
- sample syllabus, and
- the names and contact information of three references.
Special Instructions
Review of applications will begin May 31, 2024 and continue until a suitable candidate is selected.
Review of Applications Begins On
05/31/2024
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Website
www.polisci.msu.edu
Department Statement
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal opportunity employer and is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity.
MSU Statement
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
