Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Political Science

POSITION TITLE: Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Political Science

COMPENSATION RANGE: 60,700.00 - 61,300.00 USD per year

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Faculty

DEPARTMENT: Political Sci & Intl Affairs

TARGET HIRE DATE: 8/18/2025

BENEFITS: UNC's Career Hub

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on 11/01/2024.

Position Summary:

The Department of PoliticalScience and International Affairs at the University of Northern Coloradoinvites applications for an entry-level, tenure-track Assistant Professorposition in American politics with a preferred secondary expertise in ComparativePolitics. We are open with respect to theoretical orientation, substantivefocus, and methodological approaches, and we encourage applicants with a broadarray of interests and expertise to apply.

Job Duties:

Successful candidates areexpected to offer courses in the American politics subfield such as (but notlimited to) Electoral Politics in theU.S, Power in America, Public Policy, American Political Development and ourSenior Seminar in American Politics. Specific teaching assignments will dependon the candidate's interests and expertise as well as departmental needs, butwe have particular interest in those able to teach classes on state and localpolitics, and political science methodology (broadly construed).

Faculty members are also expected to advise and mentor undergraduate students;demonstrate an active research agenda; and provide service to the department,college, university, and community. Our department is committed to creating adiverse, welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace. We encourageapplications from members of historically excluded groups, including people ofcolor, women, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities. Over the last decade, theUniversity of Northern Colorado has recruited an increasingly diverse faculty,enrolled more diverse and low-income students, and in 2024 became an HispanicServing Institution (HSI). Our college serves diverse students including a highpercentage of first-generation college students. The normal teaching load forthis post is 3-3 and the typical overall workload for this position is (20: 20:60; research: service: teaching)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Primary teaching and/or scholarly emphasis in American Politics
• Potential as a researcher
• Potential as a teacher of undergraduate students
• PhD in Political Science or related field by August 15th, 2026

Preferred Qualifications:

• Potential to teach introductory methodology courses
• Potential to teach Comparative Politics classes as required
• Potential to teach classes on state and local politics

Contactand Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until the position isfilled; to ensure full consideration, complete applications should be receivedby November 1st, 2024. Applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter outliningteaching interests and research agenda; 2) Curriculum vitae; 3) Graduate schooltranscripts (unofficial transcripts acceptable at the initial stage of thesearch), 4) Evidence of demonstrated or potential teaching effectiveness (suchas teaching evaluations, letters of observation), 5) One sample of written work6) The names and contact information of three professional referees who will beemailed with a request to submit a letter of reference if you are shortlisted.Questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Richard Bownas , PoliticalScience and International Affairs, University of Northern Colorado.

Benefits:
Benefits available include health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance, as well as a selection of several defined contribution retirement plans for all full-time positions. Employees at UNC receive sick leave, and other leave options may be available based on position. Full-time employees are eligible to receive tuition waiver benefits, as well as dependents and spouses of UNC Employees who are employed at 0.5 FTE or above are eligible for undergraduate dependent tuition grants of up to 50%. These tuition grants will cover in-state tuition charges. Further requirements may exist. Other benefits may be available based on position.

About UNC
The University of Northern Colorado is a public doctoral/research institution located in Greeley, Colorado. UNC's commitment to education began in 1889 and continues to be a transformational force for our students. According to CollegeNet's Social Mobility Index, UNC ranked in social mobility (2022). UNC is also committed to providing our faculty and staff with the support they need to succeed as professionals, educators, and in life. Please visit UNC's Career Hub,to learn more about UNC's strategic plan, school programs, and employee benefits. Go Bears.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Northern Colorado believes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging is the pathway to achieving an inclusive community and fostering a campus culture where everyone can thrive. UNC supports the growth of individuals who care about race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability - to honor the intersectionality of our campus. Please visit UNC's Career Hub to learn more about UNC's commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

AAEO Employer
The University of Northern Colorado is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer that is committed to a culturally diverse staff, faculty, and student body.

The University will not engage in unlawful discrimination in employment or educational services against any person because of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Veteran status and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. It is the University's policy to prohibit discrimination in employment or educational services on the basis of sexual orientation or political affiliation. The University will likewise take affirmative action to ensure that student applicants and enrolled students are treated during the enrollment at the University without regard to race, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran status. Such affirmative action shall include, but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff, retirement, or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Furthermore, the University will post in conspicuous places, notice setting forth the provisions of this University's Equal Opportunity Policy.

Federal regulations require that the University of Northern Colorado retain all documents submitted by applicants. Materials will not be returned or copied for applicants.

Background Check
Satisfactory completion of a background check, educational check, and authorization to work in the United States is required after a conditional offer of employment has been made. The successful candidate must submit original transcripts within one (1) month of hire.

This position is contingent on funding from the Colorado State Legislature, approval by the Board of Trustees, and subject to the policies and regulations of the University of Northern Colorado.

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