Associate/Full Professor in Comparative Politics
Full Time
Richland, SC
Posted
Job description
Posting Number
FAC00062PO23
Advertised Title
Associate/Full Professor in Comparative Politics
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
College of Arts and Sciences
Department
CAS Political Science
Advertised Salary Range
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package.
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time
Full Time
Hours per Week
40
Position Category
Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis
9 months
Work County
Richland
Tenure Information
Tenure-Track/Tenured
Job Search Category
Faculty
About UofSC
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Diversity Statement
At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.
Benefits for FTE Positions
The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal.
Position Description
Advertised Job Summary
The Department of Political Science at the University of South Carolina seeks applications for a nine-month, full-time position in Comparative Politics to begin August 16, 2023. We seek a full professor or an advanced associate professor whose scholarly, teaching, and service accomplishments are eligible for promotion to full professor.
Successful candidates are expected to teach substantive courses in Comparative Politics and contribute to the department’s graduate and undergraduate programs in methodology (training in qualitative methods, time series, and advanced maximum likelihood estimation is preferred).
Successful candidates are expected to teach substantive courses in Comparative Politics and contribute to the department’s graduate and undergraduate programs in methodology (training in qualitative methods, time series, and advanced maximum likelihood estimation is preferred).
Required Education and Experience
The position requires a Ph.D. in political science, plus years of academic experience consistent with the academic policy for faculty rank.
Preferred Qualifications
We seek candidates whose research focuses on Eastern Europe, especially the mobilization of extreme, radical right parties and varieties of the illiberal backlash. We seek candidates with well-conceived, theoretically informed research agendas who have published in leading outlets.
Posting Detail Information
Desired Start Date
08/16/2023
Job Open Date
05/04/2023
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
Applicants must submit a cover letter; curriculum vitae; contact information (including telephone number and email address) for three references. References will be contacted directly for letters of recommendation (which must be submitted on appropriate letterhead). All applicants must fill out an online application at USC Jobs:
Please contact the department chair, Dr. Kirk A. Randazzo (
randazzo@mailbox.sc.edu) with any questions. Information regarding the Department of Political Science can be found at the department’s website:
http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/poli/welcome.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:
- Health and Life Insurance
- Retirement Programs
- Paid Tuition
- Dependent Scholarships
- Annual Leave
- Sick Leave
- 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development Opportunities
Click here to learn more about why you should work at UofSC.
Quicklink for Posting
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/144267
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.
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