Assistant Professor in American Government and Urban Politics

Wayne State University • Detroit, MI • 3h ago

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedAssistant Professor in American Government and Urban Politicsat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Department of Political Science at Wayne State University has a full-time (9-month) tenure-track opening at the level of Assistant Professor in American Government and Urban Politics, to begin on or about August 18, 2027.

We seek candidates whose scholarship investigates contemporary issues in American and urban politics. A successful candidate will conduct research and teach undergraduate and graduate courses in American government and urban politics. Specifically, applicants will be required to teach courses in American Politics, Urban Politics (including Detroit politics), and African American Politics or Race, Class, and Politics. Special consideration will be given to candidates who can teach courses with community engagement in the Detroit metropolitan area. The standard teaching load is 2:2 (fall/winter semesters).

Wayne State University is an urban-serving, premier research university in Detroit, Michigan. WSU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a RU/VH (Research University, Very High research activity) institution and serves more than 24,000 students across 370 academic programs. The Department of Political Science offers a BA in political science, a BS in public affairs, a graduate certificate in nonprofit management, an MPA program, and MA/Ph.D. programs in political science. Wayne State University is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications:

Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in political science, public administration, or a related field by the time of the appointment.

Demonstrated potential for excellence in scholarship and teaching is required.

Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and evidence of teaching effectiveness through the Wayne State University jobs website: https://jobs.wayne.edu. Applicants should arrange to have three letters of reference sent to Dr. Brady Baybeck, Interim Chair, at brady.baybeck@wayne.edu

Questions about the position should be directed to Brady Baybeck, Interim Chair, at brady.baybeck@wayne.edu.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

School/College/Division:

H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science

Primary department:

H0323 - Political Science

Employment @type:

Regular Employee

Job @type: Full Time

Job category: Academic/Faculty

Funding/salary information:

Compensation @type: Annual Salary

Working conditions:

This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.

Job openings:

Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

The university welcomes applications from persons with disabilities and veterans. Wayne State is an equal opportunity employer.

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