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Teaching Assistant Professor

University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications
United States, North Carolina, Chapel Hill
104 Airport Dr (Show on map)
Feb 06, 2026
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Department Political Science - 316300
Posting Open Date 02/06/2026
Application Deadline 02/20/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Permanent Faculty
Working Title Teaching Assistant Professor
Appointment Type Fixed Term Faculty
Vacancy ID FAC0005811
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Permanent
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications
Proposed Start Date 07/01/2026
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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The Department of Political Science resides within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department of Political Science is the fourth largest undergraduate major in the College with more than 700 majors, a graduate program of approximately 80 students in residence and 47 tenure/tenure-track and fixed-term faculty. The Political Science Department at UNC is committed to a vision of the University where all members of the community feel welcome, valued, and can thrive. The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Position Summary
This teaching-track position includes 80% teaching and 20% service to the department/college. The service portion includes, but is not limited to search committees, review committees and administrative roles within the department and/or College. The current department teaching-track load is 3-3 courses per year. There are no research expectations associated with this position.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
PhD or ABD in political science, or related social science and/or computational social science field, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Demonstrated record of successful undergraduate instruction.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/312664
Department Contact Information




Department Contact Name and Title Shannon Eubanks, Dept. Manager
Department Contact Telephone or Email seubanks@email.unc.edu
Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at (919)-962-1091 or send an email to facultyrecruitment@unc.edu.

Please note: The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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