Assistant Professor of Political Science (Tenure-Track), UC Clermont College

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Job Overview

Clermont College (a rural, open access regional campus of
the University of Cincinnati) The Social Sciences Department of
University of Cincinnati, Clermont College invites applications for
a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science beginning
August 2027. We seek a colleague who can contribute immediately to
a small, teaching-intensive department that serves a diverse
student body of traditional, transfer, first-generation, and
working-adult students. Faculty teach across the undergraduate
curriculum, maintain an active scholarly agenda appropriate to a
regional campus, and participate in campus, university, and
community service. The successful candidate will be a generalist
able to teach a wide range of political science courses rather than
a narrowly specialized researcher.

Essential Functions

• Teach undergraduate courses in political science. Typical

load is 4-4 per academic year, with the possibility of summer
teaching for additional compensation.

• Regularly teach Introduction to Political Science,

American Political Thought (required under the Advance Ohio Higher
Education Act), the American Presidency and contribute
upper-division offerings as necessary.

• Maintain an active program of scholarship and publication

consistent with tenure expectations at a regional campus of a large
public university.

• Participate in departmental, campus, and university

service, including curriculum development, assessment, student
recruitment, and shared governance.

• Contribute to the civic and intellectual life of the

campus and surrounding community.

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Political Science or a field able to be

HLC-Credentialed to teach Political Science courses by the time of
appointment (ABD considered if degree will be conferred by August
2027).

• Demonstrated ability or strong potential to teach

effectively at the undergraduate level.

• Evidence of, or clear potential for, a sustained

scholarly agenda.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Record of publication and ongoing

scholarship.

• Previous open access college-level teaching experience

across a broad range of political science courses, such
as:

• American Government / U.S. Politics and

institutions

• Comparative Politics
• International Relations / Foreign Policy
• Political Theory
• Public Policy or Public Administration
• Research Methods
• State and Local Government
• Prior service to a department, campus, profession, or

community.

• Experience teaching first-generation, transfer, or

non-traditional students.

• Ability to teach in multiple modalities (in-person,

hybrid, online).

• Interest in undergraduate research, civic engagement, or

applied public-affairs work.

Additional Application Information

Application Materials - Submit the following as a single
PDF:

• Cover letter addressing teaching experience across

political science subfields, scholarly agenda, and interest in a
regional-campus mission

• Curriculum vitae
• Statement of teaching philosophy (including evidence of

teaching effectiveness if available: sample syllabi, course
evaluations, or peer observations)

• Research statement or brief description of current and

planned scholarship

• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• Names and contact information for three professional

references

• Writing sample (published article, book chapter, or

dissertation chapter)

Review of Applications - Review begins January 15, 2027
and continues until the position is filled. Applications received
by that date will receive full consideration.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to
support your well-being, financial security, and work-life
balance. (UC
Benefits) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE
status. Highlights include:

Salary Information: $67,000, dependent on the candidate's
experience.

Comprehensive Tuition
Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible
dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and
graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security
(except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension
plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with
UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off
policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off
(Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision,

prescription)

• Flexible spending accounts & wellness

programs

• Professional development & mentorship

opportunities

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