Assistant Professor, Political Science at Skidmore College

Summary:

The Political Science Department at Skidmore College invites applications for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor position in American Politics with a focus on the Presidency and/or Congress. The appointment will begin in Fall 2025. We are especially interested in candidates from underrepresented backgrounds who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

The successful candidate will have expertise in the Presidency and Congress.  The ability to offer courses that contribute to Skidmore College’s Black Studies Program and/or Latin American & Latinx Studies Program would be greatly valued. 

The position carries a teaching load of 18 credits per year (typically a 3-2 schedule). The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in American politics, including “Introduction to American Politics,” other courses in their specialization, and an occasional first-year, interdisciplinary seminar.  Demonstrated excellence in teaching is required and experience teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds is valued. 

Education: A Ph.D. in Political Science at the time of appointment is strongly preferred.

The application deadline is November 1, 2024.  Please submit materials to [this link].[JC1] 

Candidates should submit a letter of application; curriculum vitae; statement of teaching philosophy; diversity statement; sample syllabi; evaluations of undergraduate teaching or other evidence of teaching effectiveness; and the names and contact information of three recommenders. 

Pay Rate: $75,000 - $85,000

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

• Prior relevant work or industry experience.
• Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
• Academic discipline (faculty pay ranges reflect 9-month annual salary).
• Unique applicable skills.

EEO STATEMENT

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.