Tenure-Track Assistant Professor Of Political Science

Job Title Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Political Science Campus Jersey City Campus Department Political Science Full Time, Part Time, Adjunct Classification Title Job Duties

The Department of Political Science at Saint Peter's University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in American politics beginning in the fall of 2024.

Rank Assistant Professor Tenure Information Tenure Track Duties and Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to teach four courses per academic term, which includes a wide variety of American politics courses, such as the department's introductory political science course and its basic American government course, as well as upper-level courses on Congress, the presidency, the courts, elections, and constitutional law. Additionally, the candidate may be able to teach policy courses focused on the candidate's area of research or professional interest.

We are looking for an individual who is creative, dynamic, and passionate about teaching and working with our students. Academic research and writing in the mentioned subject areas will also be a priority.

Salary Range: $62,000 - $65,000

Qualification Standards

The Department seeks to graduate students with a sound academic knowledge of politics, an appreciation of political engagement, and a direction toward professional careers in government, business, journalism, law, and the non-profit sector. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be expected to devote significant time to mentoring students throughout their undergraduate years and advising students concerning relevant graduate and law school programs. The successful candidate will also be expected to expand existing and develop new internship opportunities for students with local, state and national officials, interest groups, activist groups, and employers.

Education

PhD in American politics or related areas.

Experience About Saint Peter's

Saint Peter's is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States. Established in 1872, Saint Peter's University blends a unique learning experience for students shaped by rigorous academics, internships that provide real-world experience, community service, and a caring community that supports the development of the whole student.

Serving approximately 3,500 students in undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, full-time undergraduate enrollment at Saint Peter's has grown over 20% in the last several years, making it the fastest-growing independent university in New Jersey. Saint Peter's was named first among institutions nationwide as the recipient of the 2018 ACE/Fidelity Investments Award for Institutional Transformation. For 2019, U.S. News and World Report has ranked Saint Peter's highest for student economic mobility in New Jersey and 17th overall in the Regional Universities North Category.

Saint Peter's main campus is in Jersey City, the second largest and the most diverse city in New Jersey. The student body reflects this diversity, and the University is committed to ensuring that faculty, students and staff members from underrepresented and marginalized populations are an integral part of the life and governance of the institution. The campus is accessible by car or public transportation and is minutes from the Journal Square PATH train (via campus shuttle, city bus, taxi, or walking). This station is a central hub connecting Jersey City with Newark and Hoboken and with New York City, a global center of culture, business, and professional opportunities.

Saint Peter's University is especially interested in recruiting those who can contribute to the university community's desire to increase its diversity and ensure that faculty, students, and staff members from underrepresented and marginalized populations are an integral part of the life and governance of the institution.

Candidates should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching statement, and three letters of recommendation electronically through the application portal at https://saintpeters.edu/human-resources. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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