Assistant Professor

Posting Information

Position TitleAssistant Professor

Job Posting Number2027020TTL

Job LocationSan Marcos

DepartmentPolitical Science

Position Description

TheDepartment of Political Science ( at Texas State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor to teach required and elective undergraduate and graduate (MA) courses. The department awards the Bachelor’s Degree and Master of Arts Degree.

Required Qualifications

• Earned PhD in political science by May 2027.

• Demonstrated potential for exceptional scholarly research and publication focusing on international law and/or international political economy with a focus on trade issues.

• Ability to teach introductory international relations courses as well as advanced courses in international law or international political economy with a focus on trade issues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach courses on East Asian politics from a Comparative Politics perspective.

• Demonstrated potential for exceptional teaching in relevant areas.

• Evidence of effective communication and/or collaborative skills.

Application Procedures

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered:

A complete application must include the materials listed below:

• A letter of interest.

• A current CV.

• Unofficial transcripts (all in one document).

• Evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., syllabi, student evaluations of teaching).

• A statement of teaching philosophy.

• One sample of scholarly work (limited to 50 pages double spaced).

• Three letters of recommendation.

To ensure consideration of your application by the search committee, please submit your application byOctober 15, 2026. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Proposed Start DateAugust 16, 2027

Posting Date09/29/2026

Review Date10/15/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled?Yes

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Record Checks and Verifications

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provideacceptable documentationverifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Why Work at Texas State?

Texas State University is a large, student-centered public research institution serving more than 40,000 students across undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs in San Marcos and Round Rock. Classified as a Carnegie Doctoral University with High Research Activity (R2), TXST is actively advancing its ambitiousRun to R1strategy, demonstrating sustained growth in research activity, doctoral education, and scholarly impact.

Faculty at TXST join a vibrant academic community of over 5,000 faculty and staff committed to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The university offers a collaborative, supportive environment, and interdisciplinary scholarship. Outstanding faculty are drawn to TXST for the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—advancing research, mentoring a growing student body, and helping shape the future of a rapidly growing research university.

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