Assistant/Associate Professor/Chair - Department of Political Science

Assistant/Associate Professor/Chair - Department of Political Science

The Department of History and Political Science at Mississippi College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor or Associate Professor of Political Science to start in the Fall 2026 semester. Associate Professor candidates will also be considered for the role of Department Chair, which comes with a course reduction and stipend. 

Responsibilities:

Teach four courses per semester, three if department chair.

Hold office hours for student advising and mentoring.

Curriculum and program development.

Participation in departmental and university governance structures.

Active involvement in scholarly activities.

Play a key role in graduate program development.

Qualifications:

PhD in Political Science strongly preferred

D.P.A with qualifications to teach courses in American government will be considered

Primary field must be United States Government

Additional experience in Public Administration or Public Policy is desired

Review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025. Additional materials may be requested after initial screening, and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.

About Mississippi College: Mississippi College is a private, co-educational, comprehensive university of liberal arts, sciences, and professional studies dedicated to the pursuit of academic excellence. The 325-acre campus is located in Clinton, MS which is in the Jackson metropolitan area. Clinton is a growing community with one of the top school districts in the state. Conveniently located near I-20, it is also within easy driving distance to New Orleans, Memphis, Birmingham, and the Gulf Coast.

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