Assistant Professor Political Science (American Law and Courts)

Assistant Professor Political Science (American Law and
Courts)

Job ID: 305019

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us
Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most
comprehensive center of higher learning south of Atlanta, and one
of the most dynamic public universities in the Southeast.

Founded in 1906, Georgia Southern has grown from a
single-purpose college into a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution with
149 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral
levels, serving 31,600 students from all 50 states, Washington
D.C., Puerto Rico and more than 100 nations.

Four distinct campuses extend Georgia Southern's reach across
the region: a 900-acre quintessential college campus in Statesboro,
anchored by Georgian-style red-brick buildings set among oaks and
pines; the Armstrong Campus in Savannah, minutes from historic
downtown and a short drive from the beaches of Tybee Island; a
modern, purpose-built facility in Hinesville serving local and
military-affiliated students; and the East Georgia Campus in
Swainsboro, an outdoor oasis nestled on a 385-acre pine forest,
offering expanded pathways to higher education for students across
southeast Georgia.

Through ten colleges, the Allen E. Paulson College of
Engineering and Computing, the College of Arts and Humanities, the
College of Behavioral and Social Sciences, the College of
Education, the College of Science and Mathematics, the Jack N.
Averitt College of Graduate Studies, the Jiann-Ping Hsu College of
Public Health, the Parker College of Business, the Waters College
of Health Professions and University College, Georgia Southern
delivers academic programs backed by real-world experience,
research with regional and national impact, and a faculty committed
to helping every student go further than they thought possible.

Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Commission on Colleges and holding specialized accreditation across
its professional programs, Georgia Southern prepares graduates who
are ready to lead, contribute and soar beyond, in Georgia, across
the nation and around the world.

For more information, visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Location
Georgia Southern University, a public Carnegie Doctoral/R2 with
a Carnegie Community Engagement classification, offers
approximately 149 different degree programs serving nearly 31,600
students through 11 colleges on four campuses in Savannah,
Hinesville, Statesboro, Swainsboro and online instruction. Founded
in 1906, Georgia Southern is a leader in higher education in
southeast Georgia with expert faculty and a focus on public impact
research and engaging learning opportunities through knowledge and
know-how that prepare our students to soar beyond and take
ownership of their lives, careers and communities. Visit GeorgiaSouthern.edu.

Statesboro
Campus

1332 Southern Drive

Statesboro, GA 30458

Department Information
Within this setting, the Department equips students with the
knowledge and skills necessary to be productive, politically
literate, and engaged citizens in their communities, their nation,
and the world. Integrating high-quality faculty research with
excellence in the classroom, our programs promote intellectual,
personal, and professional student development and cultivate
research, communication, and analytical skills that are in high
professional demand. Our faculty are engaged in impactful service
within the University, the profession, and the community.

The Department offers a B.S. in Political Science and a B.S. in
International Studies, as well as a graduate concentration in the
Master of Arts in Social Sciences. Political science majors may
pursue a concentration in Law and Politics, which includes a
paralegal certificate and prepares students for paralegal work and
for admission to law school or graduate school. The Department also
offers an undergraduate concentration in Global Security
Studies.

This position will add to the Department¿s strength in law and
courts. We seek a scholar whose primary focus is the empirical
study of American law and courts, including work on federal and/or
state courts. The successful candidate will maintain an active
research agenda that results in publications in high-quality
peer-reviewed outlets. The successful candidate will also teach
courses in law and courts and introductory American government, and
contribute to the Department¿s programs. The Department welcomes
candidates whose work also contributes to other areas of American
politics, such as political behavior, public opinion, political
institutions, or quantitative methods.

Job Summary
Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Political Science
and International Studies, the Assistant Professor of Political
Science (American Law and Courts) requires a strong commitment to
empirical research in the study of American law and courts;
undergraduate teaching; and participation in service
responsibilities. The position is a 10-month, tenure-track
appointment.

Required Qualifications

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Earned PhD in Political Science or a closely related field with at
least 18 graduate semester hours related to American Law and Courts
by August 1, 2027.

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An active research agenda in the empirical study of American law
and courts/judicial politics.

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Credentials to teach a range of courses in law and courts, as well
as introductory American government.

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Willingness to engage with institutional student success
initiatives.

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Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in
instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and
development.

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Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research
and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative
activities as appropriate to the discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

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Research or teaching interests that contribute to other areas of
American politics, such as political behavior, public opinion,
political institutions, or quantitative methods.

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Ability to teach across modalities, including online and in-person
instruction.

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A record of, or clear progress toward, peer-reviewed
publication.

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Evidence of successful teaching.

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Potential for securing external funding.

Proposed Salary
Commensurate with
experience.

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the
qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; a statement
of teaching philosophy; a research statement; official or
unofficial graduate transcripts; and the names, addresses,
telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three
professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service

Ability to support various constituencies served by the
University

Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office,
Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional
goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and
human relations skills

Apply Before Date
Open Until Filled

Screening of applications begins November 20, 2026, and continues
until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1,
2027.

Contact Information

Search Chair Name: Dr. Brett Curry

Email: bcurry@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone: (912) 478-7076

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25
institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System
Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,
Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation
for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community
member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these
standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and
Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and
can be found on-line at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board
Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line
at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment
All work (with limited
exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities
such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern
University must be completed while the employee is physically
present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by
the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time
within current policy.

Faculty are
expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by
engaging students, participating in events, and performing other
responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be
required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on
any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible
transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are
contingent upon completion of background investigation including a
criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for
employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by
Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of
the credentials and employment history reflected in your
application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit
check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug
test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and
state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this
institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents
(BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are
available for your inspection upon request.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free
Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity
More information about the
institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu
or
https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/colleges/behavioral-social-sciences.
The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other
non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection
under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin,
religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or
disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under
the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search
process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

Other Information
This is not a supervisory
position.

This position will not be required to drive.

This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check
Standard + Education

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