Visiting Assistant Professor in Global Politics

Position description

Purdue’s Political Science Department is seeking a visiting assistant professor for the 2024-2025 academic year in global politics, broadly defined. The position may be renewable for an additional year, contingent on budget approval. 

This position teaches four courses per semester on campus in West Lafayette, Indiana. We seek a scholar prepared to teach introductory courses in comparative and/or international relations, and specialty courses in one or more of the following areas: foreign policy, globalization, regional politics, international organizations, human rights and/or international law. We also welcome interest in teaching our required undergraduate research methods course. Purdue offers a supportive environment with many opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

Qualified candidates must have evidence of having completed all requirements for the PhD in Political Science or a closely related field by the start date of the position. Candidates must have expertise in one or more fields related to global politics and evidence of post-secondary teaching experience. Qualified candidates will be able to communicate field knowledge effectively and have evidence of preparation to deliver high-quality instruction.

Application instructions

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