Visiting Assistant Professor - Political Science

Job Posting:

JR102201 Visiting Assistant Professor - Political Science (Open)

Department:

Political Science Department, JM

Position Type:

Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Open Date:

09-24-2026

Close Date:

$69,000 - $72,000

Job Description:

Job Summary
Primary job duties include teaching six courses per academic year as well as advising and mentoring political science and international studies majors. This position requires a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, to maintaining an active research agenda, and to service and community outreach. This is a one-year appointment with opportunity for renewal.

Authority and Accountability
This position reports to the Chair of the Political Science Department and has no direct reports or budget authorization responsibility.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science (ABD near completion will be considered)
• Undergraduate teaching experience
• Demonstrated expertise in the comparative politics and international relations of the Middle East and North Africa

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach lower-level American politics courses and a research methods course.
• Ability to teach courses with a thematic focus on gender politics, ethnic politics, international political economy, international law, normative political theory, and/or environmental politics.
• Experience with high-impact teaching practices and with program leadership.
  

To be considered an applicant, you must apply online and submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Teaching statement, including evidence of teaching effectiveness 
• Research statement
• Writing sample (published article or chapter, or a dissertation chapter)
• Graduate transcripts (unofficial acceptable for initial review)

If you have any questions about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair at ERRITTINGER@salisbury.edu.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a Contingent II, full-time, exempt position

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by October 22, 2026. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University’s Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.