Assistant Professor of Political Science 771

Established in 1887 as a school for the education of American Indians, The University of North Carolina at Pembroke serves a distinctly diverse student body and encourages inclusion and appreciation of the values of all people. Located in the heart of Pembroke, N.C., UNCP boasts an enrollment of 8,200 in 41 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs and offers a personalized learning environment where faculty and staff are dedicated to engaged scholarship, high academic standards, creative activity and public service. Spread over 281 acres, the campus offers a sense of community and belonging-–a place where faculty and staff feel supported, take pride in the university’s mission, and are devoted to excellence in teaching, learning and research, and to developing leaders who make a difference in their communities

The Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of North Carolina, Pembroke seeks an energetic and dynamic assistant professor in political science or public administration. The area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach in at least one of the following areas: comparative public administration, government contracting, international security, and/ or intelligence studies. The ideal candidate will have a combination of the expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with a willingness to teach writing intensive classes.

UNCP is a regional university that emphasizes excellence in teaching. This position has a 4-4 teaching load, with some release possibilities based upon scholarship productivity. Courses will include a guaranteed rotation of general education courses and upper division courses teaching in your area of specialty. This position may include regular teaching in our Master of Public Administration program, which comes with a course release.
 

To be considered for this position, candidates must hold a Ph.D. in political science, public administration, or a related field. Candidates may be ABD with a clear date of completion.
 

To apply, applicants must complete the application for employment form, submit a CV, a professional or academic writing sample, and a teaching portfolio including recent teaching evaluations if applicable. Candidates selected for phone interviews will be required to submit three letters of recommendation. For questions, please contact the chair of the department, Dr. Emily Sharum (emily.sharum@uncp.edu.)

Minimum Training and Experience Requirements:  Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in political science, public administration, or a related field. Candidates may be ABD with a clear date of completion.

Management Preferences:  The area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach in at least one of the following areas: comparative public administration, government contracting, international security, and/ or intelligence studies. The ideal candidate will have a combination of the expertise. Preference will be given to candidates with a willingness to teach writing intensive classes.

Special Instructions to Applicants:  

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.