Assistant Professor
- Location
- Jacksonville, FL
- Listed
- Yesterday
About the role
Department
Political Science & Public Administration, Chair
Compensation
Negotiable
General Description/Primary Purpose
This is a 9-month, tenure-earning, Assistant Professor of International Relations and/or Comparative Politics position in the Department of Political Science and Public Administration. Responsibilities include a 2/2 teaching load, research/scholarship, and service.
Supervisor: This position reports to the Department Chair.
- Working Hours: Varies
- Supervision Exercised: No
- Required Licensure: N/A
Required Qualifications
- Earned a Ph.D. in Political Science, Government (or a related discipline), with emphasis on International Relations or Comparative Politics, by the employment start date of August 2, 2027
Preferred Qualifications / Skills
- Demonstrate excellence in teaching introductory and advanced courses in international relations and comparative politics
- Expertise in a specific region (preferably Latin America, East or Southeast Asia) is desirable
- Contribute to our M.A. in International Affairs program, have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, and possess an active research agenda
Anticipated Start Date: August 2, 2027
Additional Application Materials Required
Applicants should be prepared to provide the following required documents and information:
- Cover letter
- Current curriculum vitae
- Plan for future research
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness
Additional information
Name, phone number, and email address of three professional references will be requested during the application review stage.
The selected candidate will be required to submit official transcripts (and, as applicable, U.S. degree equivalency evaluations) documenting the conferral of their qualifying academic credentials by the date of hire.
Additional Requirements
Applicants may be required to upload additional documents based on their responses to the Foreign Influence Review questions.
- Passport (all pages including blank pages) and
- Form DS-160 (if ever submitted. If not, upload an explanation)
Additional information
How to Apply: Applicants must submit an online application that includes all required documents and reference information. If you have any questions about this position, please contact Nicholas Seabrook at
Application Review Date: Initial review of applications will begin on November 5th, 2026.
Job Posting Close Date: Open until filled
Statement(s) of Understanding
This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.
The holder of this position is designated as a "Responsible Employee" pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University's Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator
Pursuant to Florida Statute 1010.35, this position requires additional information from all applicants seeking research or research-related positions prior to an interview or offer of employment. Applicants MUST fully complete the Foreign Influence Review section of their application. Additional documents (e.g., passport) may be required based on form responses.
About the Department
In recent years, UNF has transitioned to an R2 institution with an increasing focus on research while maintaining excellence in teaching. Faculty at UNF are on flexible teaching loads, typically teaching between four and six courses per year, with newly hired faculty on a reduced load of two courses per semester for the first three years. Continued reduced teaching loads may be offered to faculty demonstrating significant accomplishments aligned with the university's strategic plan. Startup funds are available and negotiable.
The Department of Political Science and Public Administration offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Political Science (BA), Public Administration (MPA), and International Affairs (MAIA - which the new hire will be expected to contribute to), as well as minors in Political Science, Public Administration, and Political Campaigns.
The department includes the Public Opinion Research Laboratory (PORL), a highly ranked full-service survey research facility, as well as the Public Service Leadership Program (PSLP), and the Pre-Law Program.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences.
The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers.
In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.
Carnegie
UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University's collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF's mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.
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