POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Please Note: The application review process will continue until a qualified applicant is identified.
The School of Government & Public Policy (SGPP) at the University of Arizona is seeking applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in political science with a focus on the politics of Mexico. We are especially interested in individuals addressing political and judicial institutions, public attitudes, and the intersection of politics and violence in Mexico.
The position includes responsibility to teach four classes per year (a 2:2 teaching load). We are especially interested in individuals who can contribute classes in comparative politics, the politics of Mexico, field-based research, and mixed methods, which will serve students across our undergraduate majors, as well as our MA International Security Studies, and PhD Government & Public Policy programs.
Candidates should have demonstrated experience mentoring students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in political science at time of appointment.
• Experience with and commitment to contributing to a collegial community.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Established record of published research.
• Experience teaching at the university level.
• Evidence of grant-writing experience.
• Evidence of student mentoring.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong empirical research skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Publish in refereed journals and other appropriate outlets.
• Teach classes on comparative politics, the politics of Mexico, field-based research, and mixed methods.
• Participate in faculty governance through service on departmental committees.
• Provide professional and public service as appropriate.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong empirical research skills.