Tenure-Track Assistant Professor - Political Science and International Relations

About the role

The department of Political Science and International Relations at Creighton University invites applications for a full-time, tenure track Assistant Professor specializing in American Politics. We seek individuals committed to being outstanding teacher-scholars within a primarily undergraduate-serving college.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3-3 course load that includes 1st year core courses in American government and politics
• Teach upper division elective courses in their area of expertise, including American institutions, behavior and research methods, depending on departmental needs

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in Political Science (or a closely related field) is required to be in hand by the beginning of the contract (August 1, 2027)
• An emerging record of scholarship
• Ability to foster student learning, development, and decision making in support of their goals, success, wellness, and needs
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations
• Empathy and compassion for the experiences of others