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Position Details
Position Information
Posting Number
F0402026
Working Title
Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) in American Government & Politics
Department Org
356000 - Govern/Public/Serv/Int Studies
Why should you work at UCA?
We are excited that you are considering joining the UCA Family-the faculty, staff, students and alumni-who make the University of Central Arkansas a great place to work!
At the University of Central Arkansas, we value our employees striving to maintain a work-life balance. We realize that this affects the overall well-being of employees while learning to prioritize challenging work and the ability to make a difference. Participation in university-wide flexible work schedules may be available for certain positions. Training is provided on systems or job-specific software, and tools are available supporting professional and personal development. The benefits package allows you to customize your benefits to meet your current needs, with the ability to adjust them as your priorities change. This includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, 80% tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a retirement program with university contributions of 10% of employee salary. Also available are health and wellness incentives, as well as access to sports and cultural activities on campus for the family, free gym membership and equipment rentals.
Position Summary
The Department of Government, Public Service, and International Studies at the University of Central Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in the field of American Government and Politics beginning on August 16, 2027. Responsibilities include teaching sections of U.S. Government & Politics, as well as upper-division courses in American political behavior and public policy. Preference will be given to candidates who are willing and able to teach one or more of the following upper-division courses - Environmental Law & Policy, Political Parties & Interest Groups, and Political Campaigns & Elections. The successful candidate will possess excellent teaching skills and demonstrate a record of, or the potential for, scholarly research, presentations, and publications. The required educational background for this position is a Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field with a primary teaching and research emphasis in the field of American Government and Politics. Applications from candidates who expect to defend their dissertation and complete their Ph.D. by August 2027 are welcomed. To apply, please submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, academic transcripts covering graduate degrees and coursework, three letters of recommendation, a scholarly writing sample, course syllabi, and teaching evaluations (if applicable) on UCA's online application system (https://jobs.uca.edu). Departmental review of applications will begin on October 16, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, please submit a complete application by October 15, 2026.
Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Teaching sections of U.S. Government & Politics
• Teaching upper division courses in American political behavior and public policy
• Producing scholarly research, presentations, and publications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Skills Considered Essential for Success
-Knowledge of the organization and administration of higher education.
-Knowledge of state, federal, and university rules, regulations and procedures.
-Ability to work in a diverse and dynamic environment.
-Ability to work collaboratively and independently with common goals as a part of a team.
-Ability to make sound judgments.
-Effective interpersonal communication, writing, and organizational abilities.
-Civility in all interactions.
-Demonstrate effective follow-up.
Required Education and/or Experience
PhD in Political Science or related field with a primary focus in American Government and Politics
Preferred Education and/or Experience
License(s)/Certifications (Required or Preferred)
University, Campus, and Community Description
Thank you for your interest in employment at the University of Central Arkansas.
Founded in 1907, UCA has an enrollment of more than 10,000 students and employs over 1,300 full-time employees. The university offers more than 85 undergraduate and 59 graduate certificate and degree programs, including doctoral programs in five disciplines. UCA is proud of its tradition of teaching excellence and its contributions in research, scholarship, and creative activities.
Desired start date
08/16/2027
Will this position be Onsite, Remote, or Hybrid?
Onsite
Posting Detail Information
Background Check Statement
This position may be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry, financial history background check and drug screening. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication and/or adverse financial history alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background checks and drug screening information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
UCA EEO Statement
The University of Central Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. In keeping with its nondiscrimination policy in employment, admissions and other functions and programs, the university considers employees and students on the basis of individual merit and will not discriminate against a person on the basis of gender, race or color, ethnicity, religion, spiritual beliefs, national origin, age, familial status, socioeconomic background, sexual orientation, disability, political beliefs, intellectual perspective, genetic information, military status, or other factors irrelevant to participation in its programs.
Open Date
09/09/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants