The School of Interdisciplinary Global Studies (SIGS) at the University of South Florida invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure earning Assistant Professor of Instruction position in Civic Literacy beginning on August 7, 2027. This position is non-tenure stream but is continuing and eligible for promotion to Associate Professor of Instruction and Professor of Instruction. The salary is $55,000 per year.
The incumbent will teach 8 undergraduate political science courses each year. Most semesters they will teach three sections of American National Government and a class in their area of expertise. This position is being established in support of the state of Florida's Postsecondary Civic Literacy Requirement, which has increased demand for our introductory American National Government course. Summer teaching opportunities for additional compensation are likely to become available.
The minimum requirement for this position is a Ph.D. in Political Science, Politics, or Government with a specialization in American Politics from an accredited institution. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by appointment start date.
Preference will be given to applicants who have experience teaching American government classes as instructor of record.
