The California State University
Assistant Professor, Political Science
The California State University, Fullerton, California, United States, 92632
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Job no:
542013Work type:
Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-TrackLocation:
FullertonCategories:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full TimeDepartment of Political ScienceDivision of Politics, Administration & JusticeCollege of Humanities and Social SciencesAssistant ProfessorFall 2025The Department of Political Science in the Division of Politics, Administration & Justice at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure‐track Assistant Professor position in Political Science with an appointment to begin Fall 2025.California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a minority-serving institution, affirmative action, and equal opportunity employer. CSUF is firmly committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum and fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups whose underrepresentation in the American professoriate has been severe and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.PositionThe Political Science Department seeks a candidate whose primary field of teaching and research is political behavior. Preference will be given to candidates whose scholarly and teaching interests focus on the role of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, or other historically marginalized groups and/or minoritized populations; electoral behavior; political polarization; or democratic backsliding within the United States, in isolation or comparatively.CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees.The primary responsibilities of the position will include teaching core courses in political behavior at both the undergraduate and graduate level, and the development of various courses in the faculty’s area(s) of specialization. Faculty generally teach three classes per semester; a reduced teaching load is provided for the first two years. This faculty member will also be responsible for producing scholarship commensurate with the requirements for tenure and will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the Department and Division, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.Required QualificationsPh.D. in political science at the time of appointment with an emphasis in political behavior or a related field.Ability to teach political behavior in the United States, either in isolation or comparatively.Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching a diverse student population.A strong record of scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment.Experience and commitment to being collaborative and a good colleague.Ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship, and service.Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups.Preferred QualificationsResearch and expertise in the role of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, or other historically marginalized and/or minoritized populations.Expertise in political polarization.Expertise in democratic backsliding.Experience teaching a diverse student population.ApplicationA complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit
http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php , choose full-time faculty, search for the position
542013 , and provide the following required materials:Cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications.Research statement describing area of research and current/future research agenda. Please limit to two pages.Teaching statement describing teaching approach and philosophy. Please limit to one page.Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence.A list of three references with relevant contact information.Application DeadlineTo be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by September 30, 2024. The anticipated appointment date is August 2025.CompensationThe Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $5,925 to $12,594 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6,990 to $7,130 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications.CSUF BenefitsAn excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax sheltering opportunities.CSU PoliciesThe person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‐disclose.
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Job no:
542013Work type:
Instructional Faculty – Tenured/Tenure-TrackLocation:
FullertonCategories:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Social Sciences, Tenured/Tenure-Track, Full TimeDepartment of Political ScienceDivision of Politics, Administration & JusticeCollege of Humanities and Social SciencesAssistant ProfessorFall 2025The Department of Political Science in the Division of Politics, Administration & Justice at California State University, Fullerton, invites applications for a tenure‐track Assistant Professor position in Political Science with an appointment to begin Fall 2025.California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a minority-serving institution, affirmative action, and equal opportunity employer. CSUF is firmly committed to increasing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum and fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Candidates who can contribute to this goal through their teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged to identify their strengths and experiences. Individuals advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals and those from groups whose underrepresentation in the American professoriate has been severe and longstanding are particularly encouraged to apply.CSUF is committed to retaining all faculty and has established affinity groups you can join to support your success.PositionThe Political Science Department seeks a candidate whose primary field of teaching and research is political behavior. Preference will be given to candidates whose scholarly and teaching interests focus on the role of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, or other historically marginalized groups and/or minoritized populations; electoral behavior; political polarization; or democratic backsliding within the United States, in isolation or comparatively.CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees.The primary responsibilities of the position will include teaching core courses in political behavior at both the undergraduate and graduate level, and the development of various courses in the faculty’s area(s) of specialization. Faculty generally teach three classes per semester; a reduced teaching load is provided for the first two years. This faculty member will also be responsible for producing scholarship commensurate with the requirements for tenure and will be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the Department and Division, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.Required QualificationsPh.D. in political science at the time of appointment with an emphasis in political behavior or a related field.Ability to teach political behavior in the United States, either in isolation or comparatively.Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching a diverse student population.A strong record of scholarly accomplishments appropriate to the level of appointment.Experience and commitment to being collaborative and a good colleague.Ability to balance excellent teaching, scholarship, and service.Demonstrated commitment to working effectively with students from intersecting marginalized social groups.Preferred QualificationsResearch and expertise in the role of race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, or other historically marginalized and/or minoritized populations.Expertise in political polarization.Expertise in democratic backsliding.Experience teaching a diverse student population.ApplicationA complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit
http://hr.fullerton.edu/careers/Faculty.php , choose full-time faculty, search for the position
542013 , and provide the following required materials:Cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications.Research statement describing area of research and current/future research agenda. Please limit to two pages.Teaching statement describing teaching approach and philosophy. Please limit to one page.Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence.A list of three references with relevant contact information.Application DeadlineTo be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by September 30, 2024. The anticipated appointment date is August 2025.CompensationThe Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $5,925 to $12,594 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $6,990 to $7,130 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications.CSUF BenefitsAn excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax sheltering opportunities.CSU PoliciesThe person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017, as a condition of employment.A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be formally offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self‐disclose.
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