Metropolitan State University of Denver Hiring for Assistant Professor of Political Science at Colorado, United States Full Time

The salary range for this position is $60,000 – $62,000 at
Assistant Professor rank. The salary of the finalist selected for
this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including
but not limited to, internal equity, education, experience,
specialty and training.

MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental,
retirement, tuition benefit, free RTD pass, and more. For a brief
overview of these options, visit our
Employee Benefits Summary page.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F00897

Position Title

Assistant Professor of Political Science

Position Number

F00196

Employee Category

Faculty-CAT I

Department

Political Science

EClass Code

Full time faculty – 9 mo with benefits

Position Summary

The Department of Political Science at Metropolitan State
University of Denver invites applications for a full-time
tenure-track position at Assistant Professor level to begin in the
fall 2023. The Department is particularly interested in candidates
that can teach and have a promising research agenda in one or more
of the following fields – International Relations, Comparative
Politics, International Studies, or Comparative Public Policy – and
will contribute to course offerings on Latin America, East Asia or
MENA, or whose substantive global/transnational public policy
expertise lends itself to contributing to courses in one of these
geographic areas.

Regardless of specific policy or area focus, we seek a generalist
that should be able to teach introductory courses in International
Relations and/or Comparative Politics, as well as courses in
qualitative and/or quantitative research methods. A normal course
load is three courses per semester (9 credit hours), and as such,
the department seeks applications from candidates with a strong
interest in teaching and engaging our students, as well as a
pursuing an active research agenda. The Department is comprised of
dedicated teacher-scholars who seek a colleague with a similar
approach to academia and share MSU Denver’s commitment to
supporting a healthy work-life balance. MSU Denver’s vibrant campus
is located in downtown Denver with access to extensive cultural,
social, and physical amenities.

MSU Denver and the Department of Political Science are committed to
active
and strategic initiatives in our work toward educational
equity and promoting a culture of access and inclusion for our
students, staff, and faculty. We seek to sustain an inclusive
community where all individuals at MSU Denver and in the Department
of Political Science are respected, feel a sense of belonging, and
are provided proper resources and skillsets to be successful. This
success is not limited to our liberal arts and sciences focused
education, but also to the broader development of our students as
engaged citizens and valued contributors to their discipline, the
community, and our society.

At MSU Denver, we recognize the value of everyone and every group
as part of an inclusive community of belonging. The College of
Letters, Arts and Sciences has a vibrant Statement on Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion Statement that highlights those
values. Differences can include but are not limited to culture,
race, ethnicity, color, national origin, language, sex, physical
appearance, pregnancy, marital/partner status, age, (dis)ability,
neurodiversity, creed, religious or spiritual beliefs, sexual
orientation, socioeconomic status, class, education, gender
identity/expression, veteran status, political affiliation,
political philosophy, and more. We recognize that these differences
can be visible or invisible.

MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have
experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a
demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for
under-represented and historically minoritized groups. Our Fall
2021 student population consists of over 57% first-generation
students and over 50% students of color and the Department of
Political Science’s students closely reflect the University’s
diverse community. We are a designated
Hispanic Serving Institution ( HSI ) located in downtown
Denver. As the third largest institution of higher education in
Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU
Denver is a model university for today’s college students. The
University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population
in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and
Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students.

Duties/Responsibilities

The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester,
which include broad introductory courses in International Relations
and Comparative Politics, and research methods. The successful
candidate will also be expected to teach upper-division courses in
their area of expertise, as well as courses that meet the needs of
the department. This position requires a commitment to excellence
in teaching a diverse student body; student advising activities;
scholarship; and service both within the university and the
profession or community.

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. in political science or closely related field. Advanced ABD
candidates are welcome to apply, however, the degree must be
conferred by July of 2023.

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of excellence in undergraduate teaching
• Demonstrated experience successfully teaching, mentoring, and
  advising diverse, underserved students, including students of color
  and non-traditional students
• Evidence of scholarly activities and an ongoing research
  agenda
• The successful candidate must have the ability to work with and
  be sensitive to the needs of a diverse urban student population
  including (but not limited to) students of color, LBGTQIA students,
  students from low-income backgrounds, first-generation students,
  students with disabilities, undocumented students, non-traditional
  students, student veterans, and English-language learners

Posting date

10/19/2022

Closing date

Closing Instructions

Open Until Filled

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by
11:59pm (MT)

01/06/2023

Special Instructions to Applicants

Complete applications received by Friday, January 6, 2023 at 11:59
pm MST will receive full consideration, but applications will be
accepted after this date until the position is filled. All
applications must be submitted through the university’s online
system, www.msudenverjobs.com
.

For an application to be considered complete, the following
documents must be included:

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Letter of Application. Candidate’s letter of application should
   clearly demonstrate how they meet the required and preferred
   qualifications for the position.
3. Teaching Philosophy
4. Diversity Statement. Our commitment to creating inclusive and
   effective teaching, learning, and working environments for all is
   an essential part of our identity, our mission, and our values. In
   the diversity statement, applicants should comment on their
   demonstrated experience and ability to meaningfully contribute to
   their work in issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
5. Writing Sample
6. Unofficial Graduate Transcripts. Official transcripts will be
   required of the candidate selected for hire.
7. References. Prepare a list of three professional references and
   their contact information.

Talent Team Representative

Tanya Rogowsky

Talent Team Representative E-mail

[email protected]

Benefits

MSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees
a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the
following link:
Employee Benefits Offerings

Diversity Statement

Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique,
access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and
inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of
nearly 50% first generation students and over 45% students of
color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in
downtown Denver.

We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert
with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity
and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and
perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that
in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go
beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and
dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture
of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and
professional success.

MSU Denver is committed to creating and fostering a work
environment and culture of belonging; we are proud of the work our
employee affinity groups contribute to our culture. For more
information on our employee affinity groups please visit this
link
.