VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS job in Spokane

VISITING ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS
POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Since 1890, Whitworth University, a private, residential, comprehensive, master’s-level, liberal-arts institution
affiliated with the Presbyterian church, has held fast to its founding mission to provide its students an
education of mind and heart characterized by rigorous and open intellectual inquiry and the integration of
Christian faith and learning. Anchored in the Reformed tradition and enriched throughout its history by
strong evangelical and ecumenical currents, Whitworth's mission is carried out by a diverse community of
dedicated Christian scholars and staff members who are called to a variety of vocations to serve and
support students. Whitworth believes the best learning occurs in the context of relationship – inside and
outside of the classroom – where professors and staff members alike invest in the lives of students.
Whitworth is committed to modeling the highest standards of integrity and fairness and being a trusted and
valued member of the community.
The Political Science department, a four-member department with a strong teaching and publication
tradition, is announcing a one year visiting position at the rank of assistant professor with the possibility of
consideration for future tenure-track appointment. The political science faculty at Whitworth has a common
interest in justice and reconciliation—both international and domestic. We are looking for a candidate who
will add to our strength in that area.

PRIMARY TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES:

Teach an annual seven course load with a primary focus on international relations. International Relations
will be taught each semester and the remaining courses will be geared toward the candidate's expertise.
Training, or experience teaching, in one or more of the following is especially welcome: environmental
politics, peace and conflict studies, area studies (other than sub-Saharan Africa).

OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Possibility of developing new courses that contribute to the university’s innovative, interdisciplinary Shared
Curriculum. Additional responsibilities include participation in departmental activities and governance,
professional and research activities, attending state, regional and national professional association meetings;
attending faculty assemblies, development days, and retreat, serving on committees, and advising.
REQUIRED JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Evidence of promise in effectiveness at college-level teaching (demonstrated effectiveness
preferred)
• A personal commitment to the Christian faith and to the integration of faith and learning
• Strong potential for an on-going stream of research in the candidate’s area of specialization
• Demonstrated growth in cultural competence, awareness of societal and structural inequities and
proven experience in effectively establishing relationships and positive communications with
students and other constituents across multiple dimensions of diversity including, but not limited to,
race, gender, varying abilities, nationality, sexual orientation, gender identity, class or religious
perspectives
• A commitment to the educational mission of Whitworth University as a comprehensive Christian
liberal arts university affiliated with the Presbyterian church
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Ph.D. or ABD in Political Science
SALARY:
Term: 9 months (academic year)
Hiring Range: $57,010 to $63,718
Commensurate with years of credited service. 1.75% increase to the minimum salary is granted for each year
of credited service at the rank of Assistant Professor