Assistant Professor of Political Science

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Job Category:
Faculty

Employment Type:
Regular

Job Profile:
Assistant Professor

Job Summary:

The Department of Political Science seeks to hire an Assistant Professor with a research focus in American Political Thought and/or American Constitutionalism. We are particularly interested in scholars of the American founding period who demonstrate the enduring value and significance of founding-era political and constitutional thought.

Applicants for the position should have a PhD in Political Science with an impressive record of scholarly publication or a productive research program with excellent publishing potential, as well as demonstrated rigor in ongoing and future scholarship. The expectation is that this scholar will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Political Theory, American Political Thought, the History of Western Political Thought, and/or Constitutional Law. Applicants should therefore demonstrate a record of or potential for teaching excellence in these areas. While the minimum teaching load of 12 credits per academic year is set by State statute and UW policy, through a combination of allowable adjustments, the usual teaching load in the Department of Political Science is three courses per academic year (two in one semester and one in the other).

The successful candidate will advance the educational mission of the College of Letters & Science that values, prioritizes, and actualizes evidence-based and student-centered teaching and (undergraduate student) mentoring. They will contribute to an environment that fosters engagement and a sense of belonging for faculty, staff, students and members of the broader community.

The successful candidate, as a member of the College of L&S, will also proactively contribute to, support, and advance the college's commitment to excellence among all aspects of their teaching, mentoring, research, and service.

In the College of Letters & Science, we provide a liberal arts education that is both broad and deep through excellent, empathic teaching. We hire faculty who are interested in pursuing difficult questions, making new discoveries, and making an impact in their field. We reward excellent teaching and classroom innovation, and we are committed to shared governance. Learn more about the L&S mission on our webpage: .

Key Job Responsibilities:

The Department of Political Science seeks to hire an Assistant Professor with a research focus in American Political Thought and/or American Constitutionalism. We are particularly interested in scholars of the American founding period who demonstrate the enduring value and significance of founding-era political and constitutional thought.

Applicants for the position should have a PhD in Political Science with an impressive record of scholarly publication or a productive research program with excellent publishing potential, as well as demonstrated rigor in ongoing and future scholarship. The expectation is that this scholar will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Political Theory, American Political Thought, the History of Western Political Thought, and/or Constitutional Law. Applicants should therefore demonstrate a record of or potential for teaching excellence in these areas.


Department:

Political Science

Compensation:

Negotiable - 9 months / ongoing / renewable

Required Qualifications:

Applicants for the position should have a PhD in Political Science with an impressive record of scholarly publication or a productive research program with excellent publishing potential, as well as demonstrated rigor in ongoing and future scholarship. In addition, the successful candidate will demonstrate fostering or the ability to foster a teaching, learning, mentoring, departmental, and a research environment where all can thrive.

Preferred Qualifications:

NA

Education:

PhD in Political Science or similar by the start of appointment

How to Apply:

Apply online at "Jobs at UW" ( under Job Requisition JR10011980. Applications must be received through UW- Madison's online application system. Applications submitted outside of this system will not be considered. Click the "Apply Now" button to start the application process. Applicants should submit the following items:

1. a letter of application,

2. curriculum vitae,

3. a research statement,

4. a teaching and mentoring statement,

5. a writing sample.

Applicants will receive an email requesting the names and contact information for three references; each reference will each receive an electronic link through which they can upload a signed letter of reference. For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59pm on September 15. Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please note that applicants will be evaluated based upon submitted application materials and therefore should speak to and include evidence of their qualifications.

Application materials must clearly demonstrate the applicant's dedication to excellence in student-centered teaching and mentoring. Additionally, materials should showcase the applicant's ability to purposefully plan their teaching practices, evidenced through goals, action plans, reflection, and related documentation. This portion of the application materials must be created by the applicant and may include supporting letters. It cannot be only in the form of letters and testimony by others.

Contact Information:

For questions please contact Professor Jeffrey Church, Search Committee Chair, at View email address on click.appcast.io

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