Assistant/Associate Professor, Political Science (3450)

Idaho State University; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 66,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision

Life insurance

Disability plan

Employee assistance program

Retirement options

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Idaho State University (ISU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Political Science with a focus on public administration, to begin August 2027. The candidate will contribute to ISU’s growing MPA program, potentially serving as MPA Director, and teach undergraduate and graduate courses.

The position carries a 3-3 teaching load with 40% service/research obligations, and requires a PhD by Fall 2027 (ABD considered).

Qualifications

• PhD by Fall 2027; ABD considered if all degree requirements are met before start.
• Experience teaching public administration or related political science courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach a 3-3 load; contribute to research and service obligations (40%).
• Advance ISU's growing MPA program and teach in undergraduate/graduate courses.

Skills

Public administration

Course design

Graduate & undergraduate teaching

Education

PhD in Political Science or related field

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor, Political Science (3450)

Pocatello - Main
NOT eligible for remote work, on-campus position
Review of applications will begin January 4, 2027

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is a Carnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culture built on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000 students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students and faculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovative solutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand, natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of our University community!

Job Description

Idaho State University (ISU) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science specializing in public administration to begin in August 2027. The department seeks a candidate who can contribute primarily to its growing MPA program, including serving as MPA Director, as well as opportunities to teach courses in the undergraduate and other graduate (MA, DA) political science programs.

Key Responsibilities

• The position carries a 3-3 teaching load.
• Faculty will also have service and research obligations, which comprise 40 percent of the workload.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, or a closely related field by the start of the Fall 2027 semester. Candidates who are ABD will be considered, provided all degree requirements are successfully completed prior to the start of classes in Fall 2027.

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates who can teach some combination of the following courses are preferred: Introduction to Public Administration, Human Resource Management, Public Policy Analysis, Public Administration Ethics, Nonprofit Management, Grantwriting, Community and Regional Planning, Program Assessment and Evaluation, and MPA Capstone.
• Candidates with an MPA degree or who have completed comprehensive exams in public administration are preferred.

Additional Information

• You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references, including current contact information. This position will remain open until it is filled; however, priority consideration will be given to applications received on or before January 4, 2027.
• Salary will be between $66,000 and $75,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience.
• Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistance program (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; and generous paid time off/sick leave accrual.
• All offers of employment are conditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation, provided by HireRight.
• Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities.
• The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Employment Details

• Type: Working 9 months per year