Temporary Instructor

Overview

Temporary Instructor 9 Mo Working Title Post-Doctoral Fellow in Political Science, Department:
Government-Law-Policy, Position # F00286

The Department of Government, Law & Policy at Arkansas State University invites applications for a teaching and research Post-Doctoral Fellow, beginning fall 2026 and lasting the 2026–27 academic year. This position is open with respect to any aspect of political science, although candidates whose research and teaching interests include comparative politics, elections, public opinion, and methodology are strongly encouraged to apply.

Candidates who have a strong theoretical and empirical background with the ability to publish high-quality research are preferred.

• The teaching load of this position will be commensurate with the expectation of producing high-quality research.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required or applicable to the position responsibilities and area of specialization, including special abilities.

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Additional hours as requested and/or needed. Regular and reliable attendance.

• A statement of purpose indicating research and teaching interests
• Curriculum Vitae
• A writing sample (e.g., recent peer-reviewed article, book chapter, or dissertation chapter)
• Three letters of recommendation

Arkansas State University is a comprehensive public research university located approximately 70 miles northwest of Memphis, TN. The department offers a well-rounded curriculum to its more than 100 majors. The department also offers two graduate programs—an MA in Political Science and a NASPAA-accredited MPA program. The latter includes an enrollment of more than 150 students.

PhD or doctoral candidate (ABD) in political science, public administration, public policy or cognate field.