Assistant Professor of Political Science

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Anchorage, Alaska, United States University of Alaska Full time

The major program in Political Science offers courses in four sub-fields of Political Science; International Relations, Comparative Politics, Political Philosophy and American Government. The teaching component of the workload will be upper division courses in Comparative Politics and International Relations as well as Introduction to Political Science, delivered both online and in-person.

The Political Science department is small and the candidate who fills the position is expected to be a generalist, capable of successfully teaching upper or lower division courses in any of the four sub-fields, as needed.

The candidate who fills the position will be expected to maintain an active research agenda in any of the four sub-fields, that complements existing research in the department.

The position will be expected to provide university, professional, and community service. Service to the department will include assistance with the recruitment of students from within and without the university, into major and minor programs in Political Science.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in Political Science or closely related field.

Length of time and type of experience required for this position should be appropriate to the rank of tenure track assistant professor. Applicants must have university-level teaching experience.

Position Details:

This position is located on the University of Alaska Anchorage campus in Anchorage, Alaska. This is an in-person position located on the Anchorage campus; remote work is not available for this position.

This is a full-time, 9-month, tenure track, faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage, and representation under a Collective Bargaining Unit. The expected start date will be in August 2024. Salary will be based upon applicable academic preparation and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified.

Please be prepared to upload the following items:

  • Cover letter of application, including contact information for three professional references
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Statement of Teaching Philosophy
  • Statement of Research
  • Copy of transcripts. Unofficial copies are acceptable at the time of application. Official transcripts and degree certification will be required at the time of hire

This position is represented by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC).

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: .

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact search committee chair, Dr. Forrest Nabors, , or

Advertised:15 Nov 2023 Alaskan Standard Time
Applications close:Open until filled


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