Academic Instructor in Political Science

3 weeks ago


Brownsville, Texas, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

This is a full-time, non-tenure track position with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2024. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background investigation consistent with the policy of the University System of Georgia. Additional information about Fort Valley State University is available at https://www.fvsu.edu/.

Responsibilities
  • Teach a typical load of 12 semester-hours of undergraduate courses each semester in the area of political science in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
  • Develop and design curriculum plans to foster student learning, stimulate class discussions, and ensure student engagement.
  • Provide advisement and academic support to students as needed.
  • Maintain classes-related records and assess student coursework.
  • Collaborate and support colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities.
  • Participate in departmental, college, and university required activities.
Qualifications
  • Minimum:
    • Requires a master's degree with 18 hours in Political Science or a related field.
    • Teaching experience at the undergraduate level in a traditional classroom setting and/or online.
    • An established research interest to seek publications in refereed journals and other scholarly sources.
    • A commitment to student engagement and academic success.
    • Ability to communicate effectively, participate in departmental and university activities, and mentor students.
  • Preferred:
    • Earned Ph.D. in Political Science or a related area from an accredited institution.
    • Three or more years of experience teaching at the college or university level.
    • Ability to interactively engage students to develop their enhanced critical thinking.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with students at different capacity levels.
Application Requirements
  • A letter of interest that addresses the responsibilities and qualifications of the position.
  • Current curriculum vitae.
  • Undergraduate and graduate transcripts.
  • At least three references with full contact information, including emails. References will not be contacted without consent from applicants.

Fort Valley State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or veteran status.

The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.


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