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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF‘s rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida’s best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state’s 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
About USF
The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.
The School of Interdisciplinary Global Studies (SIGS) at the University of South Florida invites applications for a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure earning Assistant Professor of Instruction position in Civic Literacy beginning on August 7, 2027. This position is non-tenure stream but is continuing and eligible for promotion to Associate Professor of Instruction and Professor of Instruction. The salary is $55,000 per year.
The incumbent will teach 8 undergraduate political science courses each year. Most semesters they will teach three sections of American National Government and a class in their area of expertise. This position is being established in support of the state of Florida's Postsecondary Civic Literacy Requirement, which has increased demand for our introductory American National Government course. Summer teaching opportunities for additional compensation are likely to become available.
The minimum requirement for this position is a Ph.D. in Political Science, Politics, or Government with a specialization in American Politics from an accredited institution. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by appointment start date. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience teaching American government classes as instructor of record. How to apply - Applicants should attach the following supplemental items to their application:
• cover letter • curriculum vitae • graduate transcripts • teaching philosophy statement • sample syllabus • evidence of teaching effectiveness All documents must be combined and uploaded as one PDF file. Applicants selected for interviews will be asked to provide names and contact information for three (3) academic references, who will be asked to submit confidential letters of recommendation. A review of applications will begin on October 20, 2026. Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Institution. For disability accommodations, contact Megan Eaton at (813) 974-2384, a minimum of five working days in advance. The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and USF Health. In 2025, U.S. News & World Report recognized USF with its highest overall ranking in university history, as a top 50 public university for the seventh consecutive year and as one of the top 15 best values among all public universities in the nation. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine in the highest tier, placing it as one of the top 16 medical schools in the nation and inside the top 10 among public universities. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $750 million in research funding in 2025 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of nearly $10 billion for the state of Florida. USF’s Division I athletics teams compete in the American Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu.