NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Visiting Assistant Professor, American Politics
Whitworth University is announcing a one-year position for a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Political Science department. The role involves teaching seven courses annually in American Politics, with a focus on upper and lower division courses, while also participating in departmental activities and governance.
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Responsibilities
Teach seven courses annually in American Politics
Teach upper and lower division courses in American Politics, including one section of American National Politics each semester, an institutions course, and additional courses in the colleague’s area of specialization
Participate in departmental activities and governance
Engage in professional and research activities, attending state, regional and national professional association meetings
Attend faculty assemblies, development days, and retreat, serving on committees, and advising
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or ABD in Political Science
Demonstrated effectiveness at college-level teaching
Ability and desire to establish positive relationships with persons of diverse backgrounds
Strong potential for ongoing research in the candidate's area of specialization
A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning
The ability to communicate effectively in the language of instruction (English)
Commitment to equal opportunity for all persons
Commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth as a Christian liberal arts institution
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Employer-matched retirement plans
Tuition remission programs available for employees, their spouses, and dependents
Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
Accrued vacation and sick leave based on full-time equivalency (FTE)
Access to an Employee Assistance Program
Resources for Christian vocation and calling
No cost access to the University Recreation Center (UREC) and the Megan E. Thompson Aquatic Center
17 paid holidays throughout the year
Company
NEOGOV
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Funding
Current Stage
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$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
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