Job Summary
The Political Science Department at Skidmore College invites applications for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in American Politics with a specialization in the presidency and Congress. We encourage applications from historically under-represented groups as well as individuals who have experience with diverse student populations. The College is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their teaching, research, and/or service.The appointment will begin in fall 2018. The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses on American political institutions that will include The United States Presidency, The Politics of Congress, and Introduction to American Politics. The successful candidate will also have the option to teach special topics courses that coincide with teaching or research interests. The teaching load is 3-2. The Department is committed to limiting as much as possible the course preparations of new faculty.

A Ph.D. in Political Science at time of appointment is strongly preferred, but ABD candidates will be considered.

Skidmore is a liberal arts institution of approximately 2,400 students, with 21% students of color, and 248 full-time faculty members, located in upstate New York. We seek to attract an academically and culturally diverse faculty, especially those who can contribute to the growing diversity and excellence of the community through their teaching, scholarship, and service. Enthusiasm for advising, teaching, and mentoring a diverse population of students is essential.

Minimum Qualifications
ABD candidates will be considered.

Preferred Qualifications
A Ph.D. in Political Science at time of appointment is strongly preferred, but ABD candidates will be considered.

EEO Statement
Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, domestic violence victim status, familial status, dating violence, or stalking, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

Employment at Skidmore College is contingent upon an acceptable background check result.

CREATIVE THOUGHT MATTERS.

Special Instructions to Applicant
The application deadline is March 7, 2018. Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, sample syllabi, evaluations of undergraduate teaching or other evidence of teaching effectiveness. Additionally, the application system will prompt you to submit a three email addresses for letters of recommendation. All referees will be emailed once you have completed the application process.

All documents must be attached through the online application system to complete the application process and to receive your confirmation code. If you have questions please contact Clarissa Sawyer, Employment Coordinator in Human Resources at: csawyer@skidmore.edu or 518 580.5802

Posting Information

Posting Date 02/07/2018
Open Until Filled
Closing Date 03/07/2018
Quicklink for Posting http://careers.skidmore.edu/postings/1507

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Where did you first learn about this position?
   • Chronicle of Higher Education
   • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
   • Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC)
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Hispanic Outlook in Higher Education
   • Indeed.com
   • Inside Higher Education
   • LinkedIn
   • New York State Department of Labor
   • Saratoga Chamber of Commerce
   • Saratogian
   • Scholarly Hires
   • Skidmore Website
   • Times Union
   • Twitter
   • Career Fair
   • Invited by Department to Apply
   • Professional Conference
   • Professional journal/publication
   • Referred by Skidmore Employee
   • Other
2. * Will you have a Ph.D. in hand by the date of appointment or an advanced ABD by the date of the appointment?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Sample Syllabi
4. Teaching Evaluations
5. Teaching Philosophy
6. Other

Optional Documents

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