Job Title Assistant Professor, Political Science Agency Texas A&M University - Kingsville Department Department Of Hist, Political Sci, & Phi Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Kingsville, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description The Department of History, Political Science, and Philosophy seeks applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field and should have focus in the area of International Relations and related sub-fields; world politics and/or international originations are especially desired. Anticipated Appointment Start Date: Fall 2025 Responsibilities will include teaching four 3-credit hour undergraduate courses per semester, including three introductory American Government courses and one upper-division undergraduate course in an area of specialization. Additionally, in time, the candidate will also teach an introductory course in Texas Government. In addition, responsibilities will include an active research and publication program, commitment to mentoring undergraduate students, and departmental/university-level service, including committee work. Active and demonstrable participation in the University’s recruiting and retention functions will be a key responsibility. Job Responsibilities + Teach 8 undergraduate courses per year (4 per semester), typically including three introductory courses in American and/or Texas government and an upper-division undergraduate course in the areas of one’s professional specialization; + Develop and maintain a program of focused research and publishing, including publication in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at professional conferences; + Participate in Departmental and University student recruitment and retention; + Participate in committee work, both inside and outside the Department, as required; + Obtain external funding to support research and outreach fields (where appropriate to that candidate's area of expertise) Minimum Qualifications + PhD from an accredited institution or university in Political Science or a closely related discipline, and demonstrable expertise within the field(s). Preferred Qualifications + Evidence of or potential for excellence in research and service; undergraduate teaching; interdisciplinary collaboration; and community outreach. + Demonstrated experience reflecting a passion for teaching, particularly students at the undergraduate level. + Evidence of or potential for strong student engagement activities aimed at recruitment and retention + Experience with online or hybrid teaching formats. Application Instructions Interested applicants should submit an application packet containing: + Employment Application + Cover Letter + Curriculum vitae + Scanned transcripts (unofficial) + Personal Statement to include philosophy and plans for research, teaching, and service, as applicable + Three professional references with contact information To ensure full consideration, all application materials should be submitted electronically via Workday: www.tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/TAMUK_External. A background check is required prior to employment for this position. In addition, the selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript(s) from each degree-granting institution before an offer can be made. If transcripts are from an international institution, it is the responsibility of the prospective faculty member to have the transcripts translated and evaluated by an approved member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at https://www.naces.org/index . All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.