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This position is eligible for the following benefits
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, and retirement.
Posting Number: 20163028F
Job Description
The Department of Political Science at Ohio University invites applications for one or more renewable Assistant Professor of Instruction (non-tenure-track) positions in American Politics to start in Fall 2026. This position is renewable annually depending upon available funding, performance, and continuing departmental need. The successful candidate(s) will provide teaching and service support to the department, centered on offering our curriculum for American civic literacy, and will teach courses that will include Introduction to U.S. Politics, American Politics, Policy, and Administration, and upper-level courses in their area of specialization.
We seek candidates who share the department’s commitment to teaching excellence.
The standard course workload for instructional faculty in Political Science is 4-4. Instructional faculty at Ohio University may be eligible for promotion and multi-year contracts based on periodic performance evaluations and evidence of teaching effectiveness.
Visit Political Science Department | Ohio University to learn more about our department.
Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate(s) will hold a Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field at the time of appointment and will have demonstrated teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with innovative teaching pedagogy, online instruction, or leadership in interdepartmental curricular planning is an asset.
Department
Political Science
Pay Rate: Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials and is accompanied by our generous university benefits such as tuition for self and dependents, a comprehensive insurance package (including but not limited to health, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance), an excellent retirement plan including company contributions, parental leave, adoption reimbursement, and more. OHIO is also proud to offer wellness programs, on-site wellness facilities, and a generous employee assistance program. Additional Information is available at https://www.ohio.edu/hr/benefits/.
Job Open Date
12/08/2025
Posting Close Date
02/13/2026
Job Category: Instructional and Clinical Faculty
Months
9 month
Planning Unit: College of Arts & Sciences
Campus: Athens
Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Joey Pierce, Employment Coordinator, [email protected]
Non-Discrimination Statement
Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.
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Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Please complete the online application and upload the following documents when prompted:
- Detailed cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Actual or proposed course syllabi
- Unofficial copies of graduate transcripts
Additionally, you will be prompted to enter contact information for a minimum of three professional references. These referees will receive a unique link inviting them to provide a reference letter on your behalf.
