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A Political Science Professor is an academic who teaches courses on government, political systems, public policy, and international relations at a college or university. They conduct research, publish scholarly articles, and guide students in political theory and practice. Responsibilities may include lecturing, mentoring students, and participating in academic conferences. Many also engage in departmental administration and collaborate with policymakers or think tanks.

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Infographic showing various Political Science Professor job openings in Texas as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $127,922 per year, or $61.5 per hour.

Assistant Professor of Political Science

Trinity University

San Antonio, TX • On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Other

Posted 5 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach lower and upper-level courses in Comparative Politics and related areas.

  • Maintain a robust research agenda, including attending professional meetings, presenting at conferences, and publishing peer-reviewed research.

  • Advise and mentor majors and engage in service to the department, university, profession, and community.

Job description

## Assistant Professor of Political ScienceApplylocations: Trinity University Campustime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 5 Days Agojob requisition id: JR101595**Job Family Group:**FacultyTime Type:Full timeDepartment/Office:Political ScienceExemption Status:Exempt**Job Description:**The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure track position in Comparative Politics at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2027. The successful candidate should have the PhD completed by August 2027. The department is open to various area and regional specializations, but is particularly interested in thematic fields such as (but not limited to): environmental politics, migration, refugees, global health, democratic instability, media, social movements, and political economy and inequality. Trinity University values both strong teaching and research. The successful candidate is expected to maintain a robust research agenda, supported by competitive summer research stipends and pre-tenure academic leave. The successful candidate will teach the lower division survey course in Comparative Politics and upper division courses in their areas of expertise. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to the university’s general education curriculum, particularly its First-Year Experience. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is essential, as well as a demonstrated commitment to Trinity’s value of intentional inclusion. There are many opportunities for Trinity faculty to be engaged in experiential learning, interdisciplinary teaching and research, and faculty-led study abroad programs. The teaching load consists of five courses per academic year.Trinity University is a secular, independent, private institution, founded in 1869. Trinity offers high-quality science, liberal arts, and pre-professional programs as represented by the four schools (STEM, Arts & Humanities, Social Science and Civic Engagement, and Business) to approximately 2,500 undergraduate students from the U.S. and more than 45 countries. The attractive campus overlooks downtown San Antonio, a city rich in heritage and ethnic diversity. Additional information can be found on the Resource Guide to Trinity & San Antonio.The Department of Political Science is part of the School of Social Science & Civic Engagement, home to six academic departments and four interdisciplinary programs. The School has a long record of involvement in interdisciplinary research and teaching, both within the School and across the University. It prizes experiential learning opportunities for Trinity students, including research with faculty, consulting for local civic organizations, and teaching in San Antonio schools.Trinity University’s political science department is composed of nine full-time faculty members, teaching a range of courses across the core subfields of American Politics, Comparative Politics, International Relations, and Political Theory, as well as Public Law and Research Methods. The department supports interdisciplinary programs such as International Studies, Urban Studies, East Asian Studies, Environmental Studies, Mexican American Studies, Medieval and Renaissance Studies, German Studies, as well as Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies.Both the Department of Political Science and the University as a whole value and safeguard academic freedom for faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Trinity is guided by a set of core values and is committed to implementing practices in pursuit of an inclusive campus for all students, faculty, and staff to feel welcomed and engaged in a community of learning.**DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES**TeachingTeaching responsibilities will include both lower and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of interest and expertise that complement the department curriculum. Participation in the First-Year Experience program is expected. The teaching load is 3-2 courses per year. Research Consistent and productive scholarly activity is expected, including attendance at professional meetings, participation in professional organizations, presentations of papers at academic conferences, and publication of peer-reviewed research. ServiceFaculty are expected to advise and mentor our majors, and engage in service to the department, the university, the profession, and the community.**QUALIFICATIONS******EDUCATION********Required:**** A PhD in Political Science is required, to be completed by August 2027. ****Preferred:**** A primary field of doctoral specialization in Comparative Politics****EXPERIENCE********Preferred:**** A demonstrated commitment to undergraduate education is preferred.**HOW TO APPLY****For **internal applicants**,** please apply through Workday using the 'Jobs Hub' application, see instructions provided **here.****For **external applicants**,** when starting the application, select "Apply Manually.” Only complete fields with a red asterisk, which are required.Please create your Workday application account using a personal email address, as you will need to maintain access to this account throughout the pre-hire process, if selected.**For **all applicants**,** you do not need to complete the “(Work) Experience,” “Education,” “Certifications,” or “Languages” fields - these details will be provided in your curriculum vitae.In the “Application Documents” field, please upload the following as seen below,each as a separate pdf file [note: a maximum of five (5) files can be uploaded]:* File 1: Cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Transcripts* File 2:Three letters of recommendation* File 3: Evidence of teaching effectiveness (such as a teaching philosophy and course evaluations)* File 4: Writing sample* File 5: Intentional inclusion statement - Intentional Inclusion is a core value at Trinity University. Please provide a brief (1-2 page) reflection on the ways that you might contribute to cultivating an environment where people feel welcomed, respected, and empowered to reach their full potential. Provide examples of how that relates to your teaching, research/scholarship and other professional activities.**CONTACT INFORMATION**David CrockettSearch Committee ChairDepartment of Political SciencePhone: (210) 999-8342Email: dcrocket@trinity.edu**Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting an application. If you have revisions needed to an application already submitted or need help submitting an application, please contact Human Resources at 210-999-7507 or email humanresources@trinity.edu.** #J-18808-Ljbffr

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