Human Resources 2027-28 Assistant Professor of Political Science Human Resources Assistant Professor of Political Science Overview: Illinois Wesleyan University invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science (Tenure Track). We seek candidates with a specialization in comparative or international politics, with a preference for candidates who have area expertise in European or Asian
politics, analytical expertise in political institutions (international or domestic), and/or the ability to teach U.S. foreign policy. The start date for this position is August 15, 2027. About the Tenure Track: At Illinois Wesleyan, Tenure Track faculty engage students through six teaching assignments each year, pursue productive scholarly or artistic work, serve as academic advisors, and engage in departmental and
campus-wide service. After receiving feedback on formative reviews in the second, third, and fourth years of employment, a case for tenure and promotion is submitted in the fall of the sixth year. Tenure track faculty are eligible for sabbatical following six complete academic years of full-time service and every seven years thereafter. Additional professional development opportunities include the possibility of
start-up funds, the potential for junior faculty leave, and support for the development of external grants. The Thorpe Center for Curricular and Faculty Development supports faculty in their teaching and scholarly or artistic work including peer-to-peer mentoring, workshops, internal grants, and assistance with instructional design and technology. About IWU: Founded in 1850, Illinois Wesleyan University is a
nationally ranked, small, private undergraduate liberal arts university with highly selective admission criteria and a tradition of teaching excellence emphasizing the integration of the liberal arts and professional education. We are located in Bloomington, IL, a metro area of 190,000 people, which is about a two or three hour drive from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. We are strongly committed to fostering an
environment that values varied perspectives and backgrounds.Responsibilities of Tenure-Track Faculty: 6-course teaching load per year Academic advising in the discipline Scholarly (or artistic) achievement Departmental and University service Qualifications: The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D degree in Political Science (or related field), or be in the final stages of completing one. A strong commitment to
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