Tnentertainment
Political and Global Affairs (Public Policy), Tenure-Track Faculty
Tnentertainment, Murfreesboro, Tennessee, us, 37132
Political and Global Affairs (Public Policy), Tenure-Track Faculty
MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students. Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Political and Global Affairs at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in public policy at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026. The department is looking for a dynamic teacher and emerging researcher who can contribute to public policy and public management courses across multiple concentrations in our department. Applicants should be able to teach introductory American politics and upper-division courses in areas such as American public policy, state and local government, and public management. We welcome applicants who can contribute courses on policy areas such as environment, civil rights, and criminal justice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, professional research, and service. Required Education
A terminal degree in political science, public administration, public policy, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date. Responsibilities and Qualifications
Teach introductory American politics and upper-division courses in areas such as American public policy, state and local government, and public management Contribute to public policy and public management courses across multiple concentrations in the department Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, professional research, and service Benefits
Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
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MTSU seeks candidates committed to innovative teaching, robust research/creative activity, and meaningful service. We also seek to attract culturally and academically diverse faculty who value working with diverse students. Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Political and Global Affairs at Middle Tennessee State University invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in public policy at the rank of assistant or associate professor. The start date for the position is August 1, 2026. The department is looking for a dynamic teacher and emerging researcher who can contribute to public policy and public management courses across multiple concentrations in our department. Applicants should be able to teach introductory American politics and upper-division courses in areas such as American public policy, state and local government, and public management. We welcome applicants who can contribute courses on policy areas such as environment, civil rights, and criminal justice. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, professional research, and service. Required Education
A terminal degree in political science, public administration, public policy, or a closely related field is required by the appointment date. Responsibilities and Qualifications
Teach introductory American politics and upper-division courses in areas such as American public policy, state and local government, and public management Contribute to public policy and public management courses across multiple concentrations in the department Demonstrate a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and advising, professional research, and service Benefits
Sick Leave Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty 13 paid University holidays Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance Retirement plans Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://police.mtsu.edu/annual-security-report/ or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424. MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus. This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered. For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
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