Visiting Professor, Political Science, non-tenure track

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information


Job Title
Visiting Professor, Political Science, non-tenure track


Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the Public


Special Instructions to Applicants


Please complete the online application and upload the following documents when prompted:

*Detailed cover letter

*Curriculum Vitae

*Statement of teaching philosophy and experience (uploaded under the document type titled, "Teaching Philosophy Statement"),

*Evidence of teaching effectiveness (sample syllabi and, if available, student evaluations) (combined as one document and uploaded under the document type titled, "Other")

*Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts

Additionally, you will be prompted to enter contact information for a minimum of three professional references. These referees will receive a unique link inviting them to provide a reference letter on your behalf.

Review of applications will begin immediately. The position will remain open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by the application deadline date.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.


Posting Number
20163167F


Job Description


The Department of Political Science at Ohio University invites applications for a Visiting Professor (non-tenure-track) position in the field of American Politics, Public Policy, or Public Administration to start in Fall 2026 on a 9-month contract (August 16, 2026 to May 15, 2027). The successful candidate will provide teaching support to the department, centered on offering courses containing the standard state curriculum for American civic literacy, and will teach multiple sections of the introductory subfield course, American Politics, Policy, and Administration, as well as an upper-level course in their area of specialization. Candidates should demonstrate their facility to teach from the mandated list of foundational and historical U.S. documents found in Ohio Revised Code Section 3345.382 .

We seek candidates who share the department's commitment to teaching excellence and who have demonstrated teaching experience. Experience designing and offering online courses is an asset, but the primary teaching responsibilities for this position will require in-person instruction on our Athens, OH campus. The expected teaching load for this position is 3-3.

Minimum Qualifications


At a minimum, the successful candidate must be at ABD stage (with an anticipated completion date no later than December 31, 2026) in Political Science or a closely related field at the time of appointment and have demonstrated teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications


PhD in Political Science or a closely related field at the time of appointment. Experience with innovative teaching pedagogy and/or online instruction is an asset.

Department
Political Science


Pay Rate


Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at .

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User Selection Field

Job Open Date
06/03/2026


Posting Close Date


07/03/2026

Employment Type
full-time term


Job Category
Visiting Professor


Months
9 month


Planning Unit
College of Arts & Sciences


Work Schedule

Campus
Athens


Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Joey Pierce, Employment Coordinator, View email address on click.appcast.io


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