Vacancy Announcement

Assistant Professor of Political Science
Dickinson State University

Location: Dickinson, ND
Salary: $35,000-$40,000
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Number: DSU
Requisition Number: None
Status: Full-time, Regular
Type of Recruitment: Internal/External
Date Posted to Web: February 22, 2013

Minimum Qualifications:

A PhD in Political Science is preferred; a Masters is required. The degree must be from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants with a secondary field in economics are desired.

Application Procedures:

Review of applications will begin March 15, 2013, and continue until the position is filled. To apply send a letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be required upon hire), copies of teaching evaluations, contact information for three professional references and a DSU faculty employment application located at http://www.dickinsonstate.edu/faculty_and_staff/human_resources/employment_opportunities/index.aspx

Applications should be sent to Dr. David Meier, Department of Social Sciences, Dickinson State University, 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, ND, 58601-4896 or David.Meier@dickinsonstate.edu For further information about this position, contact Dr. Meier at his e-mail address or call 701-483-2116.

Visit our website at www.dickinsonstate.edu. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history background check. Women and culturally diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. AA/EOE

ND Relay Number: 1-800-366-6888

Summary of Work:

The Department of Social Sciences is seeking an innovative and energetic individual for a full-time, non-tenure-track position in Political Science. A PhD in Political Science is preferred; a Masters is required. The degree must be from a regionally accredited institution. Applicants with a secondary field in economics are desired. Applicants must have a proven teaching record and be able to teach a broad array of Political Science courses, including research methods, Introduction to American government, leadership studies, and political theory. Applicants must also possess a strong background in both quantitative and theoretical approaches to the discipline. Ability and experience using technology as a teaching tool is highly desirable. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching undergraduates. The teaching load is normally four courses (three preparations) per semester. Benefits include TIAA-CREF retirement and employer paid Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance. Appointment date is August 16, 2013.

Dickinson State University is seeking qualified applicants

We offer an excellent benefit package, including:

Employer paid Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance coverage for employee and family
Employer paid retirement contributions (9.26% of salary)
Tuition waiver benefits for you and your family members
Life insurance
Generous sick and annual leave policies
Paid holidays

As employers, the State of North Dakota and political subdivisions prohibit smoking in all places of state and political subdivision employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. § 23-12-10.

Equal Opportunity Employer