Political Science Teachers, Postsecondary

Instruct students in the fields of politics, geography, and international studies. Included are both classroom instructors and professors who also do research.

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Teach courses in political science, international affairs, and international relations. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.
Leadership
HIGH
Critical decision making
HIGH
Level of responsibilities
LOW
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
LOW
Dealing and handling conflict
LOW
Competition for this position
HIGH
Communication with others
HIGH
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
HIGH
Comfort of the work setting
HIGH
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
LOW
Exposure to job hazards
LOW
Physical demands
LOW
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Characteristics

Exposure to job hazards
Physical demands
Dealing and handling conflicts
Level of responsibilities
Critical decision making
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
Comfort of the work setting
Competition for this position
Communication with others
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Leadership
Exposure to extreme environmental conditions

Activities

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Areas of Study

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