Posted: Oct 10, 2025
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Assistant Professor

North Carolina State University - Raleigh, NC
Application Deadline: N/A
Political Science

Posting Number

PG194266EP

Internal Recruitment
No

Working Title
Assistant Professor

Anticipated Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience and credentials

Work Schedule
Varies based on class schedule

Job Location
Raleigh, NC

Department
School of Public and International Affairs

About the Department
NC State University is strategically positioned in Raleigh, North Carolina’s capital city, fostering strong connections with state government agencies and policymakers. The university benefits from its location in the thriving Raleigh-Durham metropolitan area, one of the nation’s fastest-growing regions powered by a robust technology sector and exceptional higher education institutions.

NC State promotes an integrated approach to problem solving that transforms lives and provides leadership for social, economic, and technological development across North Carolina and around the world. NC State’s land grant mission of teaching, research and service is dedicated to the service of North Carolina and its people. Applicants are encouraged to review the institution’s mission, vision and strategic plan, and consider how their background, interest and experience would enable them to support the university.
 

Consistently ranked among the top 50 public universities nationwide, NC State has established itself as a premier research institution. Within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, the
School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) serves as a comprehensive hub for public service
education, encompassing the Departments of Political Science, Public Administration, the Public Safety Leadership Initiative, and the Leadership in the Public Sector degree completion program.
 

The Department of Political Science at NC State prides itself on high-quality research and teaching. We aim to promote faculty success through close mentoring for junior faculty, supportive departmental research colloquia, and regular support for collaborative research.

As a land grant institution, we welcome scholars who seek to engage in contemporary public debates.

Wolfpack Perks and Benefits
As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being.
 

What we offer:
  • MedicalDental, and Vision
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Retirement Programs
  • Disability Plans
  • Life Insurance
  • Accident Plan
  • Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs
  • 12 Holidays Each Year
  • Tuition and Academic Assistance
  • And so much more!

 

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time Employment status. Eligibility and Employer Sponsored Plans can be found within each of the links offered.

Essential Job Duties
The Department of Political Science at North Carolina State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in East Asian Politics to be filled at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2026.

Those with relevant expertise will have the opportunity to teach in the Master of International Studies program. Candidates should be able to demonstrate that they will have defended their dissertation by their start date.

Teaching responsibilities will be at the graduate and undergraduate level in thedepartment’s Master of International Studies (MIS) program as well as Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Political Science. The successful candidate will maintain a robust research agenda, teach two courses per semester, contribute to student mentoring, and actively participate in service to the university and profession.

The applicant must be able to develop coursework in East Asian politics at the graduate level for our MIS program and be able to teach undergraduate course(s) on the politics and political issues
relevant to East Asia as a region and/or specific countries (China, Japan) in that region of the
world.

Scholars with interests in comparative political institutions, international political economy, security, energy, climate change, sustainability and environmental policies and/or democratization are particularly encouraged to apply.

Other Responsibilities
Other duties will be performed as assigned by the department head.
Qualifications

 

Minimum Education and Experience
  • Applicants must have a PhD in Political Science or a related field.

Other Required Qualifications
  • Demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence
  • Strong research and publication skills
  • Future research productivity

Preferred Qualifications
  • Teaching experience at the university level and demonstrated evidence of teaching excellence.
  • Applicants who can thrive in, and help foster, a varied research and learning environment are especially encouraged to apply.
  • Examples of mentorship are welcome as part of the application packet.

Required License(s) or Certification(s)
N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required
No

Commercial Driver's License required
No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

 

Job Open Date
10/07/2025

Anticipated Close Date
Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants
In addition to a curriculum vitae, cover letter and contact information for at least 3 references, please submit the following with your application:
    • Research Statement
    • Teaching Statement
    • Short Writing Sample
    • Transcripts

 

These documents can be uploaded as other applications documents.
Position Details

 

Position Number
00111631

Position Type
Tenured/Tenure-Track Faculty

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)
1.0

Appointment
9 Month Recurring

Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather
Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather

Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events
Non Mandatory - Emergency Event

Department ID
160601 - Public & International Affairs

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected].