Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor of Political Science

Overview

Open Rank Lecturer or Teaching Assistant Professor of Political Science

The School of Public and International Affairs in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at North Carolina State University houses the Department of Public Administration, the Department of Political Science, the Master of International Studies Program, the Public Safety Leadership Initiative, and the Leadership in the Public Sector degree completion program. The Department of Political Science has over 600 majors and offers Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees.

Majors may also graduate with concentrations in American Politics, International Politics, Law and Justice, and Public Policy. The Master of International Studies (MIS), a terminal professional degree program, prepares students for careers in government service, international institutions, and non-governmental organizations. An affiliate of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs, the MIS program joins distinguished universities worldwide in providing global education for the 21st century.

Posting Information

• Professional Faculty is responsible for coordinating, planning, preparing, presenting, and evaluating classroom instruction and related activities.
• The selected individual will be hired as a Teaching Assistant Professor or Lecturer, depending on qualification.
• Teach courses in American Politics at the undergraduate level.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Lecturer: Master’s degree in related discipline, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required. If teaching graduate level courses, a Doctor’s Degree, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required.
• Assistant Teaching Professor: Doctor’s Degree in related discipline, an equivalent degree, or equivalent professional experience is required. Ability to direct activities and participate in departmental activities.
• Rank is dependent upon qualifications.
• All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

• Candidates should hold a strong commitment to excellence in teaching
• Teaching experience in Political Science at the college level and demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence.

• Valid NC Driver's License required
• NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact  to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.
• If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at  or workatncstate.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
• NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Required documents:
Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Contact Information for References. Optional documents may be requested as needed.

Posting Information details:
Posting Number PG193998EP, Position Number , Full Time Equivalent (FTE) between .225 and 1.0, 9 Month Recurring appointment, Department 160601 - Public & International Affairs.