Assistant Professor of Political Science

McNeese State University invites applicants for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science in the Department of History and
Political Science. This is a full-time, 9–month, unclassified, tenure-track position. The appointment begins in August 2026. 

Position Number: F99613

POSITION DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

The successful candidate will be responsible
for functions related to teaching, advising, research, service, and recruiting. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will teach
12 credit hours of undergraduate courses per semester in a physical classroom, hold face to face office hours (10 hours per week), attend
departmental and university meetings, attend commencements, and be the primary advisor for undergraduate students majoring in Political
Science. The Assistant Professor of Political Science will work closely with the Department Head of History and Political Science in
submitting Political Science assessment data every academic year. Opportunities also exist to develop new courses aligned with the
candidate’s expertise and departmental needs.

SALARY: $49,200

DEADLINE: Review of
applications will begin January 31, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: Ph.D. or ABD in Political Science. 

Preferred: Completed Ph.D.; Both online and in-person college
teaching experience. While all areas of political science will be considered, preference may be given to applicants with expertise in
American politics or comparative politics.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process,
applicants must complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below to ensure full
consideration:

• Letter of Application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three References (Include: name, phone
  number, and email address) 
• Unofficial Transcripts for all degrees earned

Note: Three letters of recommendation will be required at time of hire of selected
candidate.

*Only completed application packets including all items listed above will be reviewed.

All job offers are
contingent upon the successful result of a criminal background check and receipt of official transcripts if applicable.

To
apply for this vacancy, click on the “APPLY” button at the top of advertisement to
complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for
checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is
located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. *Required application materials will not be accepted after the
deadline, if applicable. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS
REGARDING THIS POSITION, PLEASE CONTACT THE CHAIR:

Dr. Michael T. Smith at mtsmith@mcneese.edu

Office of Human
Resources:

Kim Dronett, HR Analyst; kdronett@mcneese.edu; (337) 475-5413