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Lecturer (Continuing): Political Theory and American Politics

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Denton, Texas, United States

Faculty

Title: Lecturer (Continuing): Political Theory and American Politics

Employee Classification: Lecturer (Continuing)

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Lib Arts & Soc Sci

Department: UNT-Political Science-122400

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: 1.00

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Department of Political Science and International Studies at UNT is a highly productive department with 31 faculty members who are committed to excellence in both teaching and research. This includes two faculty lines that are devoted to the International Studies program. The department offers BA, MA, and PhD degrees.

The International Studies program offers BA and MA degrees. Faculty in the department have previously edited the American Political Science Review, International Studies Quarterly, and Journal of Political Science Education.

The department also houses the Castleberry Peace Institute, the Peace Studies Program, and the International Studies Program.

The Department’s web site is: http://politicalscience.unt.edu

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The faculty member will be expected to teach PSCI 2305 - US Political Behavior and Policy and PSCI 2306 - US and Texas Constitutions and Institutions classes which are our core undergraduate American politics courses. The faculty member will also teach courses related to political theory. The faculty member will also contribute to developing our Civic Education and Civil Discourse program which focuses on training local high school teachers in teaching civic and communication skills and assist with our pre-law program.

The typical teaching load is 4/4 with a teaching release for service to the department (i.e. a 3/3 load with service requirement).

The anticipated start date for this position is January 2027.

Minimum Qualifications

Ph.D. (or ABD) in Political Science (or related field). Ideal candidates will be those who are well grounded in the history of political philosophy and focuses on the great themes and issues of political thought: justice, liberty, morality, religion and its relation to politics and human nature.

Meets the performance expectations related to the workload outlined in UNT Policy 06.005.

Preferred Qualifications

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.

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