Associate Professor/Professor, Chair, Department of Political Science

Title: NSUF0204 - Associate Professor/Professor, Chair, Department of Political Science

State Role Title: Associate Professor

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience and credentials

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Norfolk State University

Location: Norfolk State University

Agency Website: https://www.nsu.edu/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Job Description
The Chair will oversee all aspects of departmental leadership, including faculty development, curricular innovation, strategic planning, and external partnerships. The successful candidate will inspire excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, while fostering an inclusive and collegial environment that supports both faculty and student achievement. In addition, the successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening the department's academic profile, expanding interdisciplinary collaborations, and enhancing its visibility within the university and the broader community.

Responsibilities
Provide academic and administrative leadership to advance departmental goals and priorities.
Support and mentor faculty in teaching effectiveness, research productivity, and professional growth.
Guide curriculum review, assessment, and program development consistent with institutional and accreditation standards.
Oversee budgeting, course scheduling, and departmental governance.
Foster community partnerships and civic engagement initiatives.
Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and student-centered learning in alignment with NSU's mission.
Represent the department in college, university, and external affairs.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Ph.D. in Political Science with a demonstrated record of successful leadership in higher education, and experience with budgeting, faculty development, curriculum planning, and strategic initiatives.
2. Record of distinguished scholarship, teaching, and service appropriate for appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor.

Additional Considerations

1. A clear understanding of trends in political science and higher education, including interdisciplinary opportunities, civic engagement, and global perspectives.
2. Experience in developing new academic programs, partnerships, or grants that expand student opportunities and institutional visibility.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Candidates should submit:
1. State of Virginia application.
2. A cover letter of interest outlining research agenda and teaching interests.
3. Current Curriculum Vitae.
4. Philosophy of Teaching.
5. Transcripts of highest degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are accepted; however, official transcripts are required of finalists).
6. Three letters of reference.

Some requirements must be saved into one file and attached as other to the state application.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 757-823-8160

Email: Email material not accepted

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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