Assistant Professor of Political Science

Core Competencies & Responsibilities

• Instructional Leadership: Design and facilitate rigorous undergraduate and graduate curricula, employing innovative pedagogical strategies to foster critical thinking and student engagement.
• Scholarly Research: Execute a robust research agenda, contributing original findings to the field of political science through consistent publication in high-impact, peer-reviewed journals.
• Student Advisement: Provide proactive academic and career mentorship, guiding students through degree requirements and professional development opportunities.
• Institutional Stewardship: Contribute to university governance by actively participating in departmental committees, faculty recruitment, and strategic planning initiatives.
• Disciplinary Expertise: Deliver specialized expertise in areas such as Comparative Politics, International Relations, or Quantitative Research Methodologies.

Professional Qualifications

• Educational Credentials: Must possess a Ph.D. in Political Science or a related discipline from an accredited institution.
• Academic Portfolio: A demonstrable track record of teaching excellence and a promising trajectory of research productivity.
• Core Skills: Exceptional proficiency in analytical writing, verbal communication, and collaborative problem-solving within a diverse academic community.

Qualifications

• PhD, Doctoral Qualification.
• Backgrounds typically from Social Sciences - Political Science is preferred.
• Postgraduate qualification in a relevant branch of Liberal Arts.
• Membership of appropriate academic and professional networks.
• Proven administrative experience—such as having served as a program coordinator, committee chair, or lead researcher—is usually required.
• A distinguished record of peer-reviewed research (Scopus/Web of Science).
• Networking with think-tanks/NGO/wellbeing societies.
• Worked on a project with funding from Government/ Corporate.
• Significant experience in a higher education institution involving teaching, curriculum management and development, research or consultancy or related income generation activities.