Assistant Professor of Political Science 2162

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.

Assistant Professor of Political Science- International Relations and/or Comparative Politics and Model UN Coach 
The Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of North Carolina, Pembroke seeks an energetic and dynamic assistant professor in international relations or comparative politics.  The area of specialization is open, but preference will be given to candidates who can teach in at least one of the following areas: American foreign policy, international security, intelligence studies, international courts and justice, and/or any regional specialization other than Latin America.   This hire is expected to oversee and mentor UNCP’s award-winning Model United Nations team.

The successful candidate for this position should be familiar with Model United Nations as a competitive collegiate activity.  The UNCP Model UN team competes in at least one conference each fall and spring, normally entering 2-3 teams in each conference.  Model UN is run both as a student club and a course (which is repeatable for credit).  The ideal candidate will be able to engage in student recruitment for the team, be solid at logistical planning for tournaments, and be willing to manage a modest university budget for the program. 

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 Introduction to Political Science, Model UN, and some configuration of upper division courses within your area of specialty. 

Ph.D. in Political Science or be ABD with a clear date of completion date.

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:  Ph.D. in Political Science or be ABD with a clear date of completion date.   Management Preferences: * PhD
* Teaching experience
* Experience with Model United Nations   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.