Abilene Christian University
Overview
Job no:
494238 Work Type:
Faculty full-time Location:
Abilene Categories:
Faculty Title of Position:
Assistant Professor of Government Posting Location:
Department Department:
Government & Criminal Justice Employee Class:
Faculty Full-time Faculty Position Information:
The Department of Government & Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track position as assistant professor of Government. Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or have completed the Ph.D. by August 2026). Those from all areas of the discipline are invited to apply, including in international relations, comparative politics, and methodology. The successful candidate must have a commitment to teaching in an undergraduate environment and demonstrate potential for professional development and research activities. The Department of Government & Criminal Justice is a dynamic department with a strong Pre-law Program, hosts the Jack Pope Fellows Program, and oversees the University’s Criminal Justice degrees. Information about the Department is available at https://acu.edu/academics/arts-humanities-social-sciences/government-criminal-justice/ Interested applicants should send: A letter of interest An essay that addresses a philosophy of teaching, the integration of faith and learning and the role of scholarship and professional development in the work of the professor Three letters of recommendation with the recommenders’ contact information A current curriculum vitae or resume Writing sample Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work to Dr. Neal Coates, Chair ACU Department of Government & Criminal Justice,
coates@pols.acu.edu
Qualifications: Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or have completed the Ph.D. by August 2026). The successful candidate must have a commitment to teaching in an undergraduate environment and demonstrate potential for professional development and research activities. Additional Information
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. Advertised:
October 31, 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close:
Open until filled Notes
ACU's standard notices and other boilerplate that do not pertain directly to the role have been omitted to maintain focus on the job responsibilities and qualifications.
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Job no:
494238 Work Type:
Faculty full-time Location:
Abilene Categories:
Faculty Title of Position:
Assistant Professor of Government Posting Location:
Department Department:
Government & Criminal Justice Employee Class:
Faculty Full-time Faculty Position Information:
The Department of Government & Criminal Justice invites applications for a tenure-track position as assistant professor of Government. Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or have completed the Ph.D. by August 2026). Those from all areas of the discipline are invited to apply, including in international relations, comparative politics, and methodology. The successful candidate must have a commitment to teaching in an undergraduate environment and demonstrate potential for professional development and research activities. The Department of Government & Criminal Justice is a dynamic department with a strong Pre-law Program, hosts the Jack Pope Fellows Program, and oversees the University’s Criminal Justice degrees. Information about the Department is available at https://acu.edu/academics/arts-humanities-social-sciences/government-criminal-justice/ Interested applicants should send: A letter of interest An essay that addresses a philosophy of teaching, the integration of faith and learning and the role of scholarship and professional development in the work of the professor Three letters of recommendation with the recommenders’ contact information A current curriculum vitae or resume Writing sample Official transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate work to Dr. Neal Coates, Chair ACU Department of Government & Criminal Justice,
coates@pols.acu.edu
Qualifications: Applicants should have a Ph.D. (or have completed the Ph.D. by August 2026). The successful candidate must have a commitment to teaching in an undergraduate environment and demonstrate potential for professional development and research activities. Additional Information
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, sex, disability, genetic information, national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities, in keeping with applicable state and federal law. ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the university's financial and physical assets. Therefore, Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions. Advertised:
October 31, 2025 Central Daylight Time Applications close:
Open until filled Notes
ACU's standard notices and other boilerplate that do not pertain directly to the role have been omitted to maintain focus on the job responsibilities and qualifications.
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