Assistant Professor of Political Science

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Tuskegee University

Job Summary

The Department of History and Political Science at Tuskegee University seeks to hire a tenure-track
Assistant Professor of Political Science beginning Fall 2026. The successful candidate will play a central role in leading and advancing the
department’s minor in Public Policy and Public Administration, which serves as a feeder to Tuskegee University’s Integrated Public Policy
and Development Program (IPPD). The candidate will help strengthen the minor through curriculum development, student mentoring, and
engagement with the broader policy community.

Essential Job Duties


  • Teach undergraduate courses including,
    Introduction to Political Science and/or American Government, Quantitative Methods, Policy Analysis and Writing, and Additional courses
    aligned with departmental needs and the candidate’s expertise
  • Build relationships and opportunities for students in the Public
    Policy and Public Administration minor at the state and federal levels, including exposure to public service, policy, and professional
    pathways.
  • Maintain an active program of scholarship, pursue publication in peer-reviewed outlets, and demonstrate an interest in
    seeking external funding in support of research and program development.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D. in
    Political Science or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
  • Evidence of effective undergraduate
    teaching.
  • Demonstrated potential for scholarly research and
    publication


FLSA
Exempt


Status
Full-Time

Skills and
Attributes


  • Knowledge of Public Policy/Public Administration
  • Ability to teach quantitative methods or applied policy
    courses

Posting Number: F491

Will this position required travel?: NO


Will
this position required night, weekend, and after hour work?: NO

Will this positon be supported using grants or
contract funding?



NO

Open Date: 02/19/2026


Close Date:
07/19/2026

Open Until Filled: No


Special Instructions Summary

Each applicant,
including all current employees, must complete and submit the following documents:


  • Tuskegee University employment
    application
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Recommendation letters
  • Copies of unofficial
    transcripts.
  • Please note that official transcripts(s) will be required upon hire


Quick Link for
Internal Postings: https://tuskegee.peopleadmin.com/postings/938

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