University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Assistant Professor

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill North Carolina, United States

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department Political Science - 316300

Posting Open Date 09/19/2023

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled Yes

Position Type Permanent Faculty

Working Title Assistant Professor

Appointment Type Tenured/Tenure Track

Vacancy ID FAC0004711

Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent

Hours per week 40

FTE 1

Position Location North Carolina, US

Qualifications

Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications

Proposed Start Date 07/01/2024

Position Information

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Primary Purpose Of Organizational Unit

The Department of Political Science resides within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department of Political Science is the fourth largest undergraduate major in the College with more than 700 majors, a graduate program of approximately 80 students in residence and 38 tenure/tenure-track and fixed-term faculty. The Department of Political Science at UNC is committed to a vision of the University where all members of the community feel welcome, valued, and can thrive.

Position Summary

This position is located in the Political Science Department within the College of Arts and Sciences. We particularly welcome applications from scholars doing innovative research in political economy, political behavior or applied experimental research, including scholars whose work crosses traditional subfield or disciplinary boundaries. We seek applicants with a PhD or ABD in political science or related social science and/or computational social science fields, who show promise of research excellence and a desire to teach and train undergraduate and graduate students.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

PhD or ABD in political science or related social science and/or computational social science fields; Show promise of research excellence and a desire to teach and train undergraduate and graduate students.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, And Experience

Show promise of research excellence and a desire to teach and train undergraduate and graduate students.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement (including available teaching evaluations and other evidence of teaching excellence), and a writing sample. Applicants are required to identify the names, titles and email addresses of professional references at the time of application (please note that four are required). Recommenders will be contacted via email with instructions for uploading their letters of support. Alternatively, applicants may list Interfolio as a reference: see http://help.interfolio.com/entries/24062742-Uploading-Letters-to-an-Online-Application-System for instructions. Applicants may also list the email of a Graduate Coordinator who will upload their references.

Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/265896

Department Contact Information

Department Contact Name and Title Shannon G Eubanks, Department Manager

Department Contact Telephone or Email seubanks@email.unc.edu

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
  • Seniority level

    Entry level
  • Employment type

    Part-time
  • Job function

    Education and Training
  • Industries

    Higher Education

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