Non-Tenure: Visiting Professor

Non-Tenure: Visiting Professor Political Science

Location College Station, TX

Open Date 10/15/2024

Position ID 148925

Description

The Department of Political Science, Bush School of Government & Public Service at Texas A&M University (http://bush.tamu.edu/pols) invites applications for a full-time visiting professor (non-tenure track) faculty position. The position would be a nine-month position for the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 academic years, with the possibility of extending for a third year. We seek to hire a visiting professor with extensive experience in survey research and a demonstrated ability to teach research methods to PhD students. In addition to teaching, the department would expect the visiting professor to remain active in research. In terms of research, the department is seeking a candidate to work on research projects who has an expertise in the following areas: survey design and analyses of survey data.

The Bush School of Government and Public Service was founded in 1997 under President George H. W. Bush’s philosophy that “public service is a noble calling.” Since then, the Bush School has continued to reflect that notion in curriculum, research, and student experience and has become a leading international affairs, political science, and public affairs institution. Located in College Station, Texas, the school is part of the George Bush Presidential Library Center on the campus of Texas A&M University A rigorous curriculum and internationally acclaimed faculty have propelled the Bush School to rank in the top 10% of graduate schools for public affairs for 2023 in the nation according to U.S. News & World Report and is one of the most impactful and nationally influential academic units at Texas A&M. The Bush School prepares students to become principled leaders and to reflect the value of public service throughout their careers. https://bush.tamu.edu/

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be expected to have a completed Ph.D. in political science or related field. The successful candidate should be well prepared to teach both undergraduate and graduate level courses on survey research. A strong background in quantitative empirical research methods is required.

Application Instructions

Applicants should submit the following materials electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/155381 in PDF format: cover letter, curriculum vitae, personal statement, (the statement should include your philosophy and plans for teaching), and names and contact information of five (5) professional references. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about this position may be sent to Carrie Kilpatrick (carriek@tamu.edu).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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