Assistant Professor of Political Science
- Employer
- South Dakota State University
- Location
- Brookings, South Dakota, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Sep 18, 2024
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Institution
South Dakota State University
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Political Science
Posting Number
F01482P
Department
SDSU-School of American & Global Studies
Physical Location of Position (City)
Brookings
Posting Text
The School of American & Global Studies ( AGS ) at South Dakota State University ( SDSU ) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science. The School of AGS seeks a dynamic scholar whose field areas include public administration or public policy. Located on our main campus in Brookings, South Dakota , this position is nine months, full time, benefits eligible, and tenure track, with the possibility of supplemental summer salary. The position is supervised by the Director of the School of American & Global Studies. We anticipate a start date of August 22, 2025.
The School of American & Global Studies is a vibrant, interdisciplinary unit, offering B.A./B.S. degrees in American Indian & Indigenous Studies, Global Studies, History, Modern Languages (French, German, Lakota, Spanish), and Political Science as well as standalone minors in Legal Studies, Philosophy, and Religion. Over 300 students major in AGS programs, with another 400 from programs across campus who pursue AGS minors. The school’s current composition of 21 tenured and tenure-track faculty and 6 non-tenure track faculty value interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaboration across its research, teaching, and outreach efforts. In alignment with the university’s land-grant mission, the schoolhouses four public-facing research and outreach centers: The Ethics Lab, The PHI | Public Humanities Institute, the South Dakota Polling Project, and the recently launched Mike Huether Public Service Academy.
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant mission of access.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
The successful candidate will teach three classes per semester in consultation with the director based on student needs and school/program strategic priorities. This faculty member will mentor students in the Political Science program and the Huether Public Service Academy and contribute to the overall academic environment of the School. The new member of the SDSU faculty will conduct scholarly research consistent with their field. Candidates are expected to be excellent classroom instructors with an active research agenda.
SALARY RANGE :
The salary is commensurate with qualifications. We offer a generous retirement plan that includes 6% matching, 9.34 hours of sick leave each month, and eleven paid holidays. Relocation benefits are available per university’s guidelines.
BENEFITS :
We offer a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusions and access. The university is part of a dynamic community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, which offers an abundance of attractions and activities. South Dakota State University offers a wide range of excellent benefits including medical, dental, and flexible benefits, retirement plans, compensation packages, paid holidays, and leave. Employees also have access to internal and state-sponsored training as well as reduced tuition for state-supported courses at all State of South Dakota academic institutions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Hold a Ph.D. in Public Administration, Public Policy, Political Science or closely related field by start date.
- Ability to teach public policy (open specialization) and/or public administration courses as well as state and local government.
- Ability or potential to develop and teach undergraduate elective courses in the candidate’s area of specialization.
- Ability or potential to develop and sustain an active research agenda.
- Ability to contribute to program and school initiatives through general service.
- Effective written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
SDSU accepts applications through an on-line employment site. To apply, visit: https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu , search by the position title, view the job announcement, and click on “apply for this job.” This system will guide you through the electronic application form. This employment site will also require the attachment of a cover letter, which should specifically address how the candidate meets the qualifications as outlined in the advertisement, Curriculum Vitae, a teaching statement (attached as other, maximum of 3 pages) and a reference page with the contact information for three professional references. Email applications will not be accepted. Please contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128 if you require assistance with this process.
Any offer of employment is contingent on the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or university policies, including but not limited to, successful completion of a criminal background check.
South Dakota State University is a tobacco free environment. It is the policy of the University to maintain a drug-free environment and to thereby establish, promote, and maintain a safe and healthy working and learning environment for employees and students. This position is subject to South Dakota State University’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy 4:14.
Posting Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
First Consideration Date
09/20/2024
Advertised Salary
Commensurate with Qualifications
Duration of the Term
9 months
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Appointment Percent
100
Tenure Status
Tenure Track
Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor
Work Hours
Typical Hours Worked Per Week
Appointment Type
Regular
Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)
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Department Description and Cultural Expectations
THE UNIVERSITY :
South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive university with more than 200 academic programs, an enrollment of approximately 12,000 students, and over $60 million annual research expenditures.
South Dakota State University offers a rich academic experience in an environment of inclusion and access through inspired, student-centered education, creative activities and research, innovation and engagement that improve the quality of life in South Dakota, the region, the nation, and the world. Its employees embrace the university’s core values of being people-centered, expanding knowledge through creativity, embracing organizational and personal integrity, commitment to diversity of thought, and excellence through continuous improvement.
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences is the intellectual and cultural heart of SDSU . The college consists of seven interdisciplinary schools—American and Global Studies, Communication and Journalism, Design, English and Interdisciplinary Studies, the Ness School of Management and Economics, and Performing Arts—additionally, the college includes programs in military science (Army ROTC ) and Aerospace Studies (Air Force ROTC ). The college’s unique administrative structure supports and encourages interdisciplinary collaboration among both faculty and students, allowing each unit and discipline to thrive. The college is committed to supporting the Land Grant Mission of SDSU . Our faculty regularly conduct research that directly benefits the people of South Dakota and our region with research that engages our communities, supporting their social, cultural, and economic development.
As the state’s 1862 Morrill Act land grant institution, the work of the university is carried out on its main resident campus in Brookings, at sites in Sioux Falls, Pierre, Rapid City, and Aberdeen, and through SDSU Extension offices and Agricultural Experiment Station research sites across South Dakota.
Jackrabbits Athletics competes as an NCAA Division I member with membership in the Missouri Valley Football Conference, the Summit League, and the Big XII .
The university benefits from a robust investor and alumni network actively engaged in classrooms and student ventures. The recent SDSU Bold and Blue comprehensive campaign—the university’s largest fundraising effort—raised over $600 million to support the university.
BROOKINGS, SOUTH DAKOTA :
Brookings is home to approximately 24,000 residents and is located 60 miles north of Sioux Falls and 200 miles west of Minneapolis. Brookings is listed as an ideal community for families, students, young professionals, and retirees, and is rated among the safest and most vibrant cities in South Dakota.
The Brookings Public School District educates approximately 3,300 K-12 students and ranks among the state’s highest academic achieving school districts. The district includes three elementary schools, an intermediate school for fourth and fifth grade, one middle school, and a high school.
The city also boasts an abundance of attractions and activities, including the Children’s Museum of South Dakota, the Dakota Nature Park, the South Dakota Art Museum, McCrory Gardens, the South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum, an outdoor adventure center, and the Brookings summer arts festival.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
South Dakota State University promotes access to and opportunities for all to receive the benefit of and participate in education, research, and service and is especially interested in candidates that can contribute to this land-grant access mission. SDSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to, and SDSU prohibits discrimination on, the basis of, sex, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran’s status, or any other status that may become protected in the offering of all educational programs and employment. Arrangements for accommodations required by disabilities can be made by emailing HR@sdstate.edu. Individuals with concerns regarding discrimination should contact: Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, Human Resources, Morrill Hall 100, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007. Phone: (605) 688-4128 .
Contact Information
For questions on the position, contact search committee chair and Professor of Political Science David Wiltse at 605-688-6367 or David.Wiltse@sdstate.edu .
Working Conditions
Cognitive Requirements
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Analyzing, Comprehend, Frequent Change, Logic, Memory, Multiple Priorities, Multiple Stimuli, Pace-fast, Perform calculations, Reading, Reasoning, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
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Fine Finger Manipulation – basic keyboarding and computer skills
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South Dakota State University is the state’s largest, most comprehensive higher- education institution. As South Dakota’s Morrill Act land-grant university, SDSU had a fall 2023 enrollment of 11,505, with students coming from 48 states and 74 countries. Students can choose from 88 majors, 38 specializations, 104 minors, 39 master’s degree programs, 16 Ph.D. programs and two professional doctorates. The university also offers courses at various off-campus sites as well as undergraduate and graduate programs online through the Office of Continuing and Distance Education.
Named the 33rd safest college town by SafeWise (2022), Brookings (pop. 23,993) is just 55 miles north of Sioux Falls on Interstate 29, 200 miles from Minneapolis and 400 miles east of Rapid City and the Black Hills. Students from communities in Nebraska, North Dakota and Iowa also find SDSU within an easy day’s drive.
The Division of Research and Economic Development works closely with university researchers, business leaders and other sponsors to promote faculty expertise aimed at solving real-world problems in society and industry. The university is a leader in bioprocessing, agriculture and precision agriculture, remote sensing and life sciences.
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- http://www.sdstate.edu/
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