"Assistant Professor of Political Science"

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant Professor of Political Science

Position Number: 999223

Department: Political Science & Philosophy

Salary: $53,500

Remote: No

Job Summary/Description: The Department of Political Science and Philosophy at Angelo State University is seeking a new colleague to assist in its core mission of instilling and promoting civic education in the student body and preparing its majors for excellence and leadership in their communities and careers. The Department has been charged with teaching core courses in Texas Government and Federal Government. These courses require a thorough familiarity with the principles of liberty and free government underlying the Constitutions of Texas and of the United States, and of the structural elements by which these Constitutions seek to put those principles into practice—separation of powers, federalism, local self-government, etc. Our major in Political Science is undergoing a period of enrollment growth, and we are currently seeking approval for a number of new program/curricular initiatives, such as new minors and certificates in PPE (Politics, Philosophy, and Economics), Civic Education and Leadership, and Constitutional and Legal Studies. Preference will be given to candidates who can assist in the implementation and growth of these endeavors, as well as those who can contribute to the major in Political Science by teaching Introduction to Political Science and some combination of the following upper-division courses: Political Parties, Congress, the Presidency, American Political Thought, and Religion and Politics. Review of applications will begin 10/9/25 and will continue until the position is filled. A Spring 2026 start is preferable, but a Fall 2026 start can also be considered.

Typical Duties/Job Duties: Faculty at Angelo State teach a 4-4 load and are expected to maintain an active research agenda and engage in service to the university. A typical semester involves teaching one upper-level course and three sections of Texas Government or Federal Government. The faculty member’s record of scholarly achievement will be evaluated according to the department’s established criteria. Service at Angelo State includes attending departmental and college meetings, advising majors, serving on both department and university-wide committees, and may also be bolstered by service to the discipline and to the Concho Valley community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Teaching experience and a commitment to teaching excellence.
• Knowledge of the Constitutions of the United States and Texas and of the civic educational purposes underscored by the requirements found in Section 51.301 of the Texas Education Code.

Minimum Qualifications: PhD in Political Science; advanced ABDs are also encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with the efforts to revive civic knowledge in Texas and the United States.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to travel from home to Angelo State’s physical campus and back on a daily basis when classes are meeting.
• Must be able to lecture or direct discussions at the front of a classroom for up to 75 minutes at a time.
• Must be able to use a computer to update courses and communicate with students, colleagues, and other members of the university.

EEO Statement: All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.

Posting Number: F347P

Open Date: 09/16/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants: In addition to the specific documents listed, please provide a Sample Syllabus under “Other.”