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Assistant/Associate Professor - Political Science (Public Administration)
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Overview
Assistant/Associate Professor - Political Science (Public Administration) – 10-month, tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank to support the department's Public Administration programs (Master's and Doctoral). The selected candidate will teach courses in their area of expertise, maintain scholarly productivity, and participate in service at the department, college, and university levels. Those interested in serving as the DPA Program Coordinator are encouraged to apply. Location: Valdosta State University Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 290841 Application Deadline
Online application is required. For full consideration, completed applications must be submitted by November 10, 2025. For more information contact Dr. Joseph Robbins, Head, via email at jwrobbins@valdosta.edu or phone 229-333-5771. About Us
Valdosta State University (VSU) is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia dedicated to serving our communities’ diverse heritages. The university emphasizes teaching, basic and applied research, and service. The Department of Political Science is housed in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and offers programs including Political Science (B.A.), Organizational Leadership (B.S.), MPA, and DPA, with 15 full-time faculty and more than 500 students. Courses are taught online and in-person; scheduling varies by department needs. Application Materials Should Include
CV Cover Letter Statement of teaching philosophy Statement of current and future research Transcripts (unofficial) List of three professional references (include phone number and email address) Responsibilities
Department Summary: Teaching, maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels. The standard teaching load is 3 courses per semester if teaching only graduate courses; otherwise, 4 courses per semester. Primary teaching will be in the Public Administration programs. Courses may include Nonprofit Management, Research Methods, and other relevant courses. Course delivery is primarily online; face-to-face instruction may also be required. The position may have secondary teaching responsibilities in undergraduate Political Science or Organizational Leadership programs. Opportunities to lead community-based or applied research through the Center for South Georgia Regional Impact are available. Typical Allocation of Duties: Teaching and scholarship – 80% Teaching classes and conducting/presenting research in the applicant’s discipline Service – 20% Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, or closely related field by appointment date Teaching experience in Public Administration and/or Public Policy Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning as evidenced by a record of effective teaching and scholarship appropriate to the career stage Preferred Qualifications
Ability to teach Nonprofit Management, Research Methods, and other Public Administration courses Experience and/or interest in becoming the DPA Program Coordinator Experience teaching in and managing online programs Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting A record of mentoring students Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on values and conduct are available in USG policy; Freedom of Expression is also supported as described in policy. Conditions of Employment
Applicants are required to provide professional references with current contact information, documentation of academic credentials, and employment history. The search process may involve background checks, reference checks, and other contingencies. Certain job-based requirements may include credit checks, motor vehicle reports, pre-employment drug testing, and credential confirmations. After hire, employees must complete required trainings including New Employee Orientation and USG/VSU compliance trainings (Ethics, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities, Drug Free Workplace, Sexual Misconduct and Title IX, FERPA, Motor Vehicle Policy, Workers Compensation, Georgia Open Records Act, Cybersecurity Training, and job-specific trainings). Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Accommodations
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, Office of Human Resources, croark@valdosta.edu. Notes
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Assistant/Associate Professor - Political Science (Public Administration) – 10-month, tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank to support the department's Public Administration programs (Master's and Doctoral). The selected candidate will teach courses in their area of expertise, maintain scholarly productivity, and participate in service at the department, college, and university levels. Those interested in serving as the DPA Program Coordinator are encouraged to apply. Location: Valdosta State University Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 290841 Application Deadline
Online application is required. For full consideration, completed applications must be submitted by November 10, 2025. For more information contact Dr. Joseph Robbins, Head, via email at jwrobbins@valdosta.edu or phone 229-333-5771. About Us
Valdosta State University (VSU) is a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia dedicated to serving our communities’ diverse heritages. The university emphasizes teaching, basic and applied research, and service. The Department of Political Science is housed in the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and offers programs including Political Science (B.A.), Organizational Leadership (B.S.), MPA, and DPA, with 15 full-time faculty and more than 500 students. Courses are taught online and in-person; scheduling varies by department needs. Application Materials Should Include
CV Cover Letter Statement of teaching philosophy Statement of current and future research Transcripts (unofficial) List of three professional references (include phone number and email address) Responsibilities
Department Summary: Teaching, maintaining scholarly productivity, and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels. The standard teaching load is 3 courses per semester if teaching only graduate courses; otherwise, 4 courses per semester. Primary teaching will be in the Public Administration programs. Courses may include Nonprofit Management, Research Methods, and other relevant courses. Course delivery is primarily online; face-to-face instruction may also be required. The position may have secondary teaching responsibilities in undergraduate Political Science or Organizational Leadership programs. Opportunities to lead community-based or applied research through the Center for South Georgia Regional Impact are available. Typical Allocation of Duties: Teaching and scholarship – 80% Teaching classes and conducting/presenting research in the applicant’s discipline Service – 20% Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels Required Qualifications
Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Administration, Public Policy, or closely related field by appointment date Teaching experience in Public Administration and/or Public Policy Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning as evidenced by a record of effective teaching and scholarship appropriate to the career stage Preferred Qualifications
Ability to teach Nonprofit Management, Research Methods, and other Public Administration courses Experience and/or interest in becoming the DPA Program Coordinator Experience teaching in and managing online programs Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting A record of mentoring students Proposed Salary
Commensurate with experience. USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on values and conduct are available in USG policy; Freedom of Expression is also supported as described in policy. Conditions of Employment
Applicants are required to provide professional references with current contact information, documentation of academic credentials, and employment history. The search process may involve background checks, reference checks, and other contingencies. Certain job-based requirements may include credit checks, motor vehicle reports, pre-employment drug testing, and credential confirmations. After hire, employees must complete required trainings including New Employee Orientation and USG/VSU compliance trainings (Ethics, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities, Drug Free Workplace, Sexual Misconduct and Title IX, FERPA, Motor Vehicle Policy, Workers Compensation, Georgia Open Records Act, Cybersecurity Training, and job-specific trainings). Equal Employment Opportunity
Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. Accommodations
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, Office of Human Resources, croark@valdosta.edu. Notes
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Education and Training Industries: Online Audio and Video Media Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Inside Higher Ed. Get notified about new Associate Professor of Political Science jobs in Valdosta, GA.
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