Lecturer in Political Science

Lecturer in Political Science

Agency

Texas A&M University – San Antonio

Department

Department Of Social Sciences

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

San Antonio, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Social Sciences includes programs in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Political Science, and Sociology and is housed in the College of Arts and Sciences. The Political Science program includes eight full-time faculty and serves approximately 80 undergraduate majors. The department has a strong commitment to promoting diversity, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational environment.

We invite applications for a Lecturer specializing in legal studies or public administration to begin in August 2022 . The position is non-tenure track but offers the potential of reappointment and promotion to Senior Lecturer. This position is designed for instructors who prioritize good pedagogy and student mentoring. The normal teaching load is four courses per semester. The successful candidate will have demonstrated the ability to teach Federal and/or Texas government as well as courses in a specialization area. In addition to teaching, the position entails service responsibilities that may include service to the program, department, university or community.

Required Education and Experience:
Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field.

ABD’s near completion will also be considered.

One year teaching experience in a university setting is required.

Demonstrated specialization in Political Science or a related sub-field.

Preferred Education and Experience:
PhD in Political Science or closely related field.

Expertise in legal studies or public administration is preferred, along with a record of excellence in teaching.

A highly qualified candidate will demonstrate dedication to student-centered learning and principles of diversity, inclusion, and social justice.

In a letter of interest which explains your teaching philosophy and experience, please also speak to the following topics:

Experience and/or interest in student success.

Experience with innovative modes of instruction.

Commitment to working with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and community members.

Application Process:
Applications are accepted only through the online job portal noted below and must include following documentation:

Application/Faculty Form

Upload the letter of interest

Curriculum vitae

If assistance is required, please contact an HR representative at 210-784-2058.

The priority date for applications is December 1, 2021 . The position is open until filled.

Finalists must request at least three current letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the author to the Search Committee Chair, via USPS or email delivery. If selected, finalists must pass a pre-employment background investigation to be hired.

Official transcripts must be on file with the Office of the Provost, and sent directly from each degree-granting institution to Texas A&M University-San Antonio at the address listed below. We cannot accept transcripts issued directly to the candidate. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved credential evaluator (e.g., AACRAO; http://www.aacrao.org/credential/index.htm ).

Texas A&M University-San Antonio

Department of Social Sciences

ATTN: Nettie Deluna

One University Way, Ste. 435

San Antonio, Texas 78224

Please direct any questions to Nettie Deluna, Administrative Assistant-Social Sciences, at [email protected] .

For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:

http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html

Summary of Employee Benefits

https://www.tamusa.edu/documents/hr/summary-of-employees-benefits-2020.pdf

Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made.

In compliance with ADA, if accommodations are needed for the application process, please contact HR at (210) 784-2058.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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