Faculty Position FA24-012
March 25 2024
Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor
Hiring Unit
Political Science
Job Description/Responsibilities
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville has an opening for a full-time, Visiting Assistant Professor to teach and mentor undergraduate students in our Political Science program. In addition to teaching courses in data analytics and American politics (3-4 teaching load), the candidate will be expected to pursue a research agenda. The candidate will be expected to mentor students needing help with quantitative research projects including the senior assignment, possibly offering a methods workshop. Service will be expected only during the semester 3 courses are taught and may also include short term department-related service that meets student needs. Summer teaching assignments may be available, depending on enrollment and funding.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in Political Science. The candidate must be able to teach data analytics to undergraduate political science students. ABD candidates are encouraged to apply but must have completed the doctoral degree by August 1, 2024.
Preferred Qualifications: Strong preference will be given to candidates who show evidence of their ability to teach faceto-face and online courses. Preference will be given to candidates able to offer a course on Congress. Candidates also able to teach one or more of the following would be particularly competitive: U.S. Foreign Policy, Public Administration, State and Local Politics, or Latinx Politics (which would add to our strength in diversity in politics offerings). SIUE is committed to building an inclusive, anti-racist and equity-minded campus. To further this commitment, our strategic plan prioritizes the recruitment and retention of diverse faculty. Candidates considered for this position, must be committed to supporting this critical institutional work of anti-racism, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The successful candidate will have demonstrated interest in working with or teaching diverse students.
Southern Illinois University Edwardsville nurtures an open, respectful, and welcoming climate that facilitates learning and work. SIUE is committed to education that explores the historic significance of diversity in order to understand the present and to better enable our community to engage the future. Integral to this commitment, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville strives for a student body and a workforce that is both diverse and inclusive. We strongly encourage candidates from historically underrepresented groups, including women, members of racially minoritized groups, and individuals with disabilities, to apply. For more on our Statement on Diversity, visit SIUE Mission, Goals and Plans
Terms of Appointment
Non-tenure-track visiting professor, nine-month contract with potential for renewal up to three years. Summer assignments may be available, depending on enrollment and funding. Beginning date of appointment is in August 2024.
Source of Funds
State
Salary
Salary range begins at $58000-$62000 for 9-month contract. Summer assignments may be available, depending on enrollment and funding. Excellent benefits package included. For more information about employment benefits and policies, visit: Faculty Employment Benefits
Application Process
Applications must include a letter of application, vitae, a one-page statement of teaching interests and previous teaching evaluations (if available), a one-page statement of research interests, transcripts (unofficial is fine until otherwise requested), and the names and contact information for three references. Letters from these references are not required at this stage but may be beneficial.
Completed applications (aside from recommendation letters) should be submitted in a single email to:
Please address questions about the position to:
Dr. Laurie Rice, Search Committee Chair
Application Deadline
We are currently accepting applications. For optimal consideration in the first pool, all application materials must be received by April 25th 2024. A second pool of applicants may be reviewed after this date if the position is not filled from the first pool of applicants.
SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Acts (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, please call 618-650-2190 or email CareerInfo@siue.edu.
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Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center, in partnership with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project, is proud to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. This program offers various career services and resources available to help individuals in their career journey. Additional details may be found online at Dual Career Support
Faculty Development and Other Support
Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center Ombuds Services , Office of Research and Projects, and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub.
Employee Benefits
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
*Medical, dental and vision insurance;
*Life insurance;
*SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans;
*Generous holiday schedule;
*WorkLife programs;
*Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
*Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
*Flexible Spending Account Program;
*University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).
For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits