Posting Number:
FAC00024PO24
Advertised Title:
Associate Professor of American 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.
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 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.
Inclusive Excellence 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.
Advertised Job Summary:
The Department of Political Science at the University of South Carolina seeks applications for an
Associate Professor in American Politics to begin August 16, 2024. We are interested in individuals with expertise in Political Communication (partisan media, news, journalistic decision-making, information communication technology), Political Psychology (emotions, eye tracking, information processing), and Political Behavior (public opinion, campaigns). Additionally, individuals whose research focuses on constructing political expertise in the news and news and democratic citizens in the mobile era are especially encouraged to apply. Finally, individuals should be able to demonstrate success in obtaining grants (especially with external agencies such as the National Science Foundation).
Required Education and Experience:
The position requires a Ph.D. in political science, plus years of academic experience consistent with academic policy for faculty rank, by the start date of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications:
We seek candidates with well-conceived, theoretically informed research agendas who have published in leading outlets. Successful candidates are expected to teach substantive courses in American Politics and contribute to the department’s graduate and undergraduate programs in methodology.
Desired Start Date:
08/16/2024
Job Open Date:
02/07/2024
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant:
Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae and contact information, including telephone number and email address, for three references. References will be contacted directly for letters of recommendation. The position will remain open until filled, and the search committee will begin reviewing applications on February 9, 2024. All applicants must fill out an online application at USC Jobs: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/163368.
Please contact the search committee chair, Matthew Wilson ([email protected]), with any
questions. Information regarding the Department of Political Science can be found at the department’s website: http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/poli/welcome.
Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. 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.
Quicklink for Posting:
https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/163368
EEO Statement:
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.
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