The Department of Political Science is accepting applications for its next Department Head. The department currently has fourteen full-time faculty and one instructor. It offers B.A. and B.S. degrees in Political Science and Master’s degrees in Global Studies and Public Administration.
The Head is responsible for administering the academic department, which includes, but is not limited to, overseeing faculty recruitment, development, and evaluation; program and curriculum development; student advisement; budgeting; and class scheduling. The typical teaching load for this position is one course per semester. Salary is competitive and commensurate with background and experience.
We seek a collaborative leader who has a vision consistent with the Missouri State University’s Public Affairs mission, supports research and teaching excellence, and is committed to working with diverse student and community populations. Minimum requirements are a Ph.D. in Political Science, academic credentials that qualify the applicant for tenure at the rank of full professor, and evidence of administrative experience.
Apply online at https://jobs.missouristate.edu/. Attach a letter of application detailing leadership and administrative philosophy and contact information for five professional references. For additional information, please contact Dr. Stephen Berkwitz at StephenBerkwitz@MissouriState.edu. Consideration for applicants begins September 24, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled. Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
Missouri State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution. The University is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and inclusive faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment and strongly encourages applications from women, persons from under-represented ethnic and racial groups, individuals with disabilities, and covered veterans.