All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title: Assistant Professor of Political SciencePosition Type: FacultyDepartment: LSUAM HSS - School of Political Science (Robert E Hogan (00009515))Work Location: 0240 W.C. Stubbs HallPay Grade: AcademicJob Description:The Department of Political Science of Louisiana State University invites applicants for an Assistant Professor position in American Politics, beginning in the Fall of 2024. Sub-field specialization is open. Pending final approval, the position will be full-time, tenure-track, with a 2-2 teaching load. Candidates should be prepared to teach both undergraduate and graduate courses.Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Political Science or related field by the Fall of 2024. Candidates with Ph.D. in hand are preferred, but we will consider those who are close to completion and will finish by the time of the appointment. An active and rigorous research agenda is critical, as well as a commitment to teaching at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Experience working in and an ability to contribute to a multicultural setting is essential.Salary for the appointment will be commensurate with educational preparation and experience. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. LSU is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.Job Summary:Tenure-track position that teaches both undergraduate and graduate students, maintains an active research agenda with regular publications, and participates in departmental, college, and university service activities commensurate with rank.Job Responsibilities:Teach graduate or undergraduate courses and hold regular office hours. Supervise graduate assistant(s) if assigned. - 50%Maintain an active research agenda with regular publications. - 50%Minimum Qualifications:Ph.D. in Political Science or related or equivalent field.Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( ).Additional Job Description:Special Instructions: Application materials should include a letter of application stating the candidate’s research and teaching interests, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample, a research statement, a teaching statement, and any teaching materials (e.g., course evaluations and syllabi). In addition, three current letters of recommendation should be sent directly to Robert Hogan, Chair, Department of Political Science, 240 Stubbs, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803-5433 or by email to polisci@lsu.edu. Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2024.Please attach all documents under the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Attachments are limited to five.For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Robert Hogan at rhogan1@lsu.eduPosting Date: February 2, 2024Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):Additional Position Information:Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.Essential Position (Y/N):LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:LSU is designated as a agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. For those seeking such accommodations or assistance related to this search, we encourage you to contact the Office of Human Resource Management ( ).HCM Contact Information:For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email . For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.
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