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AY2024-2025 53656 Lecturer of Political Science
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Position Number: 4719385
Location: Dallas, TX
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Political Science

AY2024-2025 53656 Lecturer of Political Science
Department of Political Science

Location: Dallas, TX
Open Date: Oct 23, 2023

Description:
Position No. 53656. The Department of Political Science in Dedman College at Southern Methodist University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure track lecturer to teach undergraduate courses in American institutions and government, the presidency, and data analytics (quantitative and qualitative) beginning August 2024. Special consideration will be given to candidates who can teach public policy classes. The lecturer will also have opportunities to engage in events and programming of SMU's Tower Center for Public Policy and International Affairs. Initial appointment is for three years and is renewable. Teaching load is typically three courses per semester; there are no service expectations. A Ph.D. in Political Science is strongly preferred, although exceptional candidates with a Master's degree in Political Science will also be considered. Faculty are expected to teach and mentor diverse students within the department's programs and courses and throughout the University. We seek committed, innovative, and inclusive educators with demonstrated excellence in teaching.

SMU is a nationally-ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation's fastest growing metropolitan areas. Faculty are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. The City of Dallas is one of the nation's most cosmopolitan commercial and cultural centers, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. Explore Dedman College at https://www.smu.edu/dedman, and SMU at http://www.smu.edu.

SMU is a nationally-ranked, private, non-sectarian research institution located in one of the nation's fastest growing metropolitan areas. Faculty are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars across the humanities, social sciences, mathematical sciences, engineering, and business. SMU offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. The City of Dallas is one of the nation's most cosmopolitan commercial and cultural centers, and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. Explore Dedman College at https://www.smu.edu/dedman, and SMU at http://www.smu.edu.

Qualifications:
Minimum requirements: Masters degree in Political Science; demonstrated ability to teach courses in American institutions and government, the presidency, and data analytics.

Preferred requirements: PhD in Political Science; demonstrated ability to teach public policy courses.

Application Instructions:
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/134764

Applications must be submitted electronically via interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/134764 and should include a cover letter discussing teaching experience and pedagogical philosophy; a current curriculum vitae; samples of course materials and student evaluations; and at least two letters of recommendation. To ensure full consideration for the position, the application packet must be received by February 1, 2024, but the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. All applications will be acknowledged. SMU is an equal opportunity employer. We particularly welcome applications from minority and women scholars.

Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Southern Methodist University (SMU) will not discriminate in any employment practice, education program, education activity, or admissions on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. SMU's commitment to equal opportunity includes nondiscrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX1 Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, including the prohibition of sex discrimination under Title IX. The Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu. Inquiries regarding the application of Title IX may also be directed to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education.