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Eastern Michigan University Assistant Professor (American Politics) in Ypsilanti, Michigan
Title: Assistant Professor (American Politics) Employee Classification: FA - Faculty 16 and 24 (Pay) Pay Grade: FA 01 Division: Academic and Student Affairs Department: College of Arts and Sciences Campus Location: Main Campus General Summary The Department of Political Science at Eastern Michigan University invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2024. EMU is an equal-opportunity employer recognized by U.S. News and World Report for its diverse campus environment. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and to furthering the diversity and inclusion missions of the department, college, and university. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Teach contractual load of undergraduate and graduate courses as assigned by the department or school.
Assign and submit grades in accordance with established University schedules.
Keep posted office hours during the week which are scheduled at times most beneficial to students.
Provide academic advising to students, if applicable.
Serve on search committees for hiring of new faculty members, departmental committees and other service committees across the university.
Participate in activities such as student registration, orientation, convocations and commencements.
Attend and participate in scheduled departmental meetings and functions.
Provide other support service to the department, college and/or university, if applicable.
Engage in pursuits that enable them to remain current in their respective disciplines.
Engage in pursuits that help to further organize and contribute to growth of the body of knowledge in their respective disciplines, and/or to explore interdisciplinary implications.
Perform related Departmental duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Political Science or a related field by August 2024 and demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and research. Area of specialization within American Politics is open. Candidates must be willing and able to teach classes on the U.S. presidency and Congress. Ability to teach in other areas of American Politics is desired. Expertise should be demonstrated through doctoral transcripts and/or professional experience. Special Instructions: The committee will begin reviewing applications November 1, but the position will remain open until filled. Applications must be made at https://careers.emich.edu. Your application should include a cover letter discussing your teaching and research interests and experience, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, one or more samples of scholarship, course syllabi and student evaluations (if available), as well as three recommendation letters. References will be contacted for a letter of recommendation based on the contact information provided in the application. Items can be combined in files for uploading. EMU, located in Ypsilanti, Michigan, was founded in 1849 and is a comprehensive university with an enrollment of over 14,000 students. Its proximity to Detroit, Ann Arbor and Lansing provides rich cultural, social, and recreational opportunities. For additional information, please contact the search committee chair, Professor Gregory K. Plagens, at gplagen1@emich.edu. Appointment Percentage: 100%
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status.
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