"Assistant or Associate Professor of Political Science"

Job Description

OBU Mission Statement

OBU transforms lives by equipping students to pursue academic excellence, integrate faith with all areas of knowledge, engage a diverse world, and live worthy of the high calling of God in Christ.

Expectations for all Employees

Oklahoma Baptist University achieves its mission through a shared commitment to the following expectations. All employees must embrace these expectations and model them in their behavior.

• Demonstrate commitment to the essentials of the Christian faith.
• Commit to the mission and vision of Oklahoma Baptist University.
• Treat people with dignity and respect.
• Build relationships on honesty, integrity, and trust.
• Strive for excellence through teamwork, leadership, and a strong work ethic.
• Manage human and financial resources wisely and efficiently.

Purpose: Oklahoma Baptist University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Political Science position (beginning August 2025). Area of specialization is open. The successful candidate will be required to teach American National Government and Introduction to Political Science, as well as courses on congress, courts, and U.S. presidency. They may also teach other courses in the catalog or develop new courses that align with their interests and background, with prior approval. The standard load is 24 credit hours per academic year. In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will advise political science majors and minor with their course and career options. Candidates must be committed to the mission of OBU as a Christian liberal arts university.

Essential Functions:

• Teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate Political Science courses
• Serve as an advisor to Political Science majors and minors
• Keep accurate class records and submit reports and grades
• Work regularly with faculty members from other disciplines
• Keep regular office hours for advising students
• Be an active member in a local evangelical church

Other Duties:

• Maintain an active program of professional development
• Serve on university committees and take an active part in shaping the work of the division
• Assist in recruiting students to the Political Science program
• Support and guide students in research and practica

Preferred and Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Political Science with hours toward the PhD degree
• Must be able to teach multiple Political Science courses, including ones covering the major branches of government
• Possess and demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, and pedagogy
• Be able to conduct a college classroom to maximize the student learning experience
• Be able to adjust teaching methods to meeting student needs
• Be able to work effectively with college students in either individual advisement, as well as small and large class environments
• Be able to relate to colleagues in the OBU community as well as be a representative to the professional community beyond OBU
• Be proficient in office technology, office software (including various Microsoft tools), and classroom presentation software

Preferred Qualifications:

• PhD in Political Science
• Experience teaching undergraduate in a Christian, liberal arts environment

Special Requirements:

• Please apply using the link for “Faculty Applications” on the OBU website at https://www.okbu.edu/hr/jobs.html
• Must be a member of a local evangelical* Christian church. *Evangelical is a broad term referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.

Application Deadline

August 15, 2025