Assistant Professor of Political Science

North Carolina State University

Commensurate with experience and credentials

life insurance, flexible benefit account, paid time off

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Oct 15, 2025

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG194292EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Assistant Professor of Political Science
Anticipated Hiring Range	Commensurate with experience and credentials
Work Schedule	Varies based on class schedule
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	School of Public and International Affairs
About the Department	NC State University is strategically positioned in Raleigh, North Carolina's capital city, fostering strong connections with state government agencies and policymakers. The university benefits from its location in the thriving Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area, one of the nation's fastest-growing regions powered by a robust technology sector and exceptional higher education institutions. Consistently ranked among the top 50 public universities nationwide, NC State has established itself as a premier research institution. Within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the School of Public and International Affairs ( SPIA) serves as a comprehensive hub for public service education, encompassing the Departments of Political Science, Public Administration, the Public Safety Leadership Initiative, and the Leadership in the Public Sector degree completion program. The Department of Political Science at NC State prides itself on high-quality research and teaching. We aim to promote faculty success through close mentoring for junior faculty, supportive departmental research colloquia, and regular support for collaborative research. As a land grant institution, we welcome scholars who seek to engage in contemporary public debates.
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Essential Job Duties	The Department of Political Science at North Carolina State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in political behavior to be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates whose area of specialization is race and ethnicity politics but will also consider candidates with primary interests in other identity and social groups, voting behavior, public opinion, political psychology, media politics, campaigns and elections, or other subject matter related to the sub-field of political behavior. We welcome scholars who approach these topics from American, comparative, or international perspectives. Those with relevant expertise will have the opportunity to teach in the Master of International Studies program. Candidates should be able to demonstrate that they will have defended their dissertation by their start date. The successful candidate will maintain a robust research agenda, teach two courses per semester, contribute to student mentoring, and actively participate in service to the university and profession. Perform other duties as assigned by the department head.
Other Responsibilities

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Applicants must have a PhD in Political Science or a related field.
Other Required Qualifications	Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence,strong research and publication skills, and future research productivity.
Preferred Qualifications	Teaching experience at the university level and demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence. Applicants who can thrive in, and help foster, a broad range of research and learning environment are especially encouraged to apply. Examples of mentorship are welcome as part of the application packet.
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	10/15/2025
Anticipated Close Date	Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Please submit the following with your application: Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Contact Information for References Research Statement Teaching Statement Short Writing Sample Transcripts

Position Details

Position Number	00000895
Position Type	Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.0
Appointment	9 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	160601 - Public & International Affairs
EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.