Lecturer of Political Science, Fall 2024



Location:

Knoxville, TN

Open Date:

May 13, 2024

Description:

The Department of Political Science at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville invites applications for a non-tenure track, nine-month, full-time Lecturer to begin on August 1, 2024. The initial appointment for this nine-month position will be for one year, but with the likelihood of renewal based on quality of instruction, funding, and department need. The successful candidate will teach four classes in both fall and spring semesters. Lecturers can also teach in summer and winter mini-terms, depending on staffing needs. We seek candidates who are dedicated to a career of exceptional teaching of Political Science. This position will likely provide a path to promotion to Senior Lecturer and ultimately Distinguished Lecturer, which entail salary increases and extended appointments. Several lecturers in our current department have been on faculty for a decade or more and have successfully advanced to the distinguished and senior lecturer ranks. Professional development opportunities are available to Lecturers and supported by both the Department and College. Responsibilities include modest service roles. Candidates must have a PhD in Political Science or equivalent at the time of appointment. We are seeking candidates with a strong background in American Politics, International Relations, and or Comparative Politics, and a commitment to fostering the goals of the department, college, and university.

The University of Tennessee enrolls over 30,000 students at its Knoxville campus. UTK is the state's only public Carnegie Doctoral/Research Extensive University and is currently ranked among the nation's Top 50 public universities. The Department of Political Science has approximately 650 undergraduate majors and 30 MA and Ph.D. students. The city of Knoxville, with a population of 200,000 and growing, is a hidden gem with a beautiful and walkable downtown, varied nightlife, active neighborhoods, and eclectic cultural activities, shopping, and restaurants. It is home to the Knoxville Symphony and the Knoxville Opera, as well as annual festivals like the international Big Ears Music Festival, Jazz on the Square, and Shakespeare on the Square. Trip Advisor recently named Knoxville a Top Ten Destination on the Rise. UTK is located within easy driving distance to Atlanta, Nashville, Asheville, and the Great Smoky Mountains.

PhD in Political Science or equivalent is required at the time of appointment. Record of successful teaching and mentoring in an institution of higher education related to American Politics, Comparative Politics, or International Relations is preferred. Experience or demonstrated ability in the design and delivery of courses in a variety of formats, including face-to-face, synchronous online, asynchronous online, and hybrid is preferred. Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, and staff from a wide range of disciplines, cultures and academic backgrounds is essential. The Knoxville campus of the University of Tennessee is seeking candidates who have the ability to contribute in meaningful ways to the diversity and intercultural goals of the University. 

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is the state's flagship research institution, a campus of choice for outstanding undergraduates, and a premier graduate institution. As a land-grant university, it is committed to excellence in learning, scholarship, and engagement with society. More information about the Department is available at: https://polisci.utk.edu/.

To apply, please submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, evidence of effective teaching, sample syllabus and exam for a course previously taught, and three recommendation letters through the Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/144397. In addition to addressing their qualification for the position in their application, candidates may describe how they would help promote students' access to and inclusion in their teaching and research/scholarship/creative activities. Review of applications will begin June 1, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position can be directed to Brandon Prins by email (bprins@utk.edu) or phone 865-974-2261.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the university. Requests for accommodations of a disability should be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity and Accessibility, 1840 Melrose Avenue Knoxville, Tennessee 37996-3560 or eoa@utk.edu or (865)974-2498. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), the ADA (disability), the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Investigation & Resolution 216 Business Incubator Building 2450 EJ. Chapman Drive Knoxville, Tennessee 37996 or (865)974-0717 or investigations@utk.edu.