Visiting Assistant Professor - Political Science

University of Maryland Global Campus; United States; On-site; USD 69,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Salisbury University seeks a Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science to teach six courses annually, advise majors, and pursue an active research agenda. This is a one-year, non-regular fixed-term appointment with potential renewal.

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in Political Science (ABD near completion considered) and have undergraduate teaching experience, with expertise in comparative politics and the Middle East and North Africa.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science or ABD near completion.
• Undergraduate teaching experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in the comparative politics and international relations of the Middle East and North Africa.

Responsibilities

• Teach six courses per academic year.
• Advise and mentor political science and international studies majors.
• Maintain an active research agenda and engage in service and community outreach.

Skills

Undergrad teaching

MENA politics

IR theory

Education

Ph.D. in Political Science

Job description

JR102201 Visiting Assistant Professor - Political Science (Open)

Department

Political Science Department, JM

Position Type

Non-Regular Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Open Date

09-24-2026

Salary

$69,000 - $72,000

Job Summary

Primary job duties include teaching six courses per academic year as well as advising and mentoring political science and international studies majors. This position requires a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, to maintaining an active research agenda, and to service and community outreach. This is a one-year appointment with opportunity for renewal.

Authority and Accountability

This position reports to the Chair of the Political Science Department and has no direct reports or budget authorization responsibility.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science (ABD near completion will be considered)
• Undergraduate teaching experience
• Demonstrated expertise in the comparative politics and international relations of the Middle East and North Africa

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to teach lower-level American politics courses and a research methods course.
• Ability to teach courses with a thematic focus on gender politics, ethnic politics, international political economy, international law, normative political theory, and/or environmental politics.
• Experience with high-impact teaching practices and with program leadership.

If you have any questions about the position, please contact the Search Committee Chair at [e-mail].

Additional Job Information

The position is a Contingent II, full-time, exempt position

Salisbury University (SU) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. SU is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.