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Assistant Professor of Political Science

ADA University
  • Location
    Baku, Azerbaijan
  • Sector
    Education
  • Experience
    Early Career / Mid Career
  • Apply by
    Apr-05-2025
  • Posted
    Feb 13

Position description

ADA University’s School of Public and International Affairs invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Political Science. This full-time faculty role, starting in Fall 2025, offers a great opportunity for dynamic, innovative, and collaborative professionals who specialize in political science. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a range of related undergraduate and graduate courses including State and Politics, World Politics, Comparative Politics, and other relevant subjects as required.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver excellent teaching experiences and actively engage in curriculum development.
  • Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals and present at conferences.
  • Foster a collaborative atmosphere among faculty.
  • Participate in university and school committees.
  • Provide thorough support and guidance to students.
  • Maintain a teaching load of 3/3, with the possibility of reducing this to 3/2 for Assistant Professors who demonstrate a strong research agenda.
  • Actively participate in university and community life.

Qualifications

  • A Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field from an accredited institution, to be obtained by the start date.
  • A record of, or clear potential for, high-quality research and teaching corresponding to the position.
  • Proficiency in English, both spoken and written.
  • A commitment to positively contributing to the university and academic community.

Application instructions

Interested candidates are invited to submit their applications, preferably as a single PDF file, via email. Please include: (1) a cover letter detailing your interest in the position, (2) a comprehensive CV (including list of publications), (3) contact information for three professional references, (4) summaries of student course evaluations, (5) a statement of teaching philosophy, and (6) transcripts from graduate education.

Ensure that your application email specifies the Job Title in the subject line. The application deadline is April 5, 2025. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps. The appointment begins in September 2025.

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