Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science

Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science

The Department of Political Science and International Studies at The University of Tampa invites applications for a full time, one-year, non-renewable Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning in August 2021.

The University of Tampa is a medium-sized, comprehensive, residentially based private institution of 9,600 undergraduate and graduate students. The University is ideally situated on a beautiful 110-acre campus next to the Hillsborough River, adjacent to Tampa's dynamic central business district, which is a growing, vibrant, diverse metropolitan area. UT reflects this vibrancy; with 23 consecutive years of enrollment growth UT boasts 300 student organizations, a multicultural student body from 50 states and 130 countries, and "Top Tier" ranking in U.S. News and World Report.

Responsibilities include teaching four sections of Introduction to International Relations each semester.

Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications
Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Political Science or be ABD in a Political Science program. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

For further details and to apply, please visit our website at www.ut.edu/jobs     
Applicants should be prepared to attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, two recent teaching evaluations, copy of graduate transcript and contact information for three professional references.

The University delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners. The University has a strong core curriculum rooted in the liberal arts, an enduring commitment to internationalization that has garnered the Senator Paul Simon Award, and a practical, experiential approach to learning. The University offers more than 200 areas of study, including majors in our Colleges of Arts and Letters, Business, Natural and Health Sciences, Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education, and 19 master's programs.

The College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education offers rigorous, high quality undergraduate curricula in Criminology and Criminal Justice, Education, History, International Studies, Mathematics, Political Science, Psychology and Sociology. Graduate programs include a Master of Science in Criminology and Criminal Justice, and Instructional Design and Technology; and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction, and Educational Leadership. Our faculty are excellent teachers and scholars who engage their students both in and out of the classroom. Our college continually fosters relationships with governmental, not for profit, and community organizations in the greater Tampa Bay region to provide students with the opportunity to pursue an internship, volunteer, or interact with professionals working in their chosen field. Each department also offers study abroad courses that students can take for credit toward their degree. For more information, visit https://www.ut.edu/socialsciencesmathematicsandeducation/.

The University of Tampa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate based on age, race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, gender identity, veteran status or any other non-job related criteria. The University of Tampa recognizes the importance of a multicultural community of students, faculty, and staff who seek to advance our commitment to diversity. The University invites applications from underrepresented groups and those who have academic experiences with diverse populations.