American Politics Assistant Professor and Honors Director

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 86,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The City College of New York’s Political Science Department seeks a dynamic, tenure-track Assistant Professor of American Politics who will also serve as the director of the Honors Program in Legal Studies. The area of research specialization is open but candidates must be able to teach courses on American constitutional law, the judiciary and the legal profession.

The director will provide leadership, oversee curricular development, scheduling, student advisement, and the recruitment,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Political Science from an accredited institution.
• Ability to teach successfully and engage in research.
• Willingness to serve as Director of the Honors Program in Legal Studies.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Honors Program in Legal Studies, providing leadership and curricular oversight.
• Teach courses on American constitutional law, the judiciary, and the legal profession.
• Work with the department chair and development office on fundraising and external relations.
• Recruit and supervise fellows for the honors program.

Skills

Teaching ability

Scholarly achievement

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Political Science

Job description

The City College of New York’s Political Science Department seeks a dynamic, tenure-track Assistant Professor of American Politics who will also serve as the director of the Honors Program in Legal Studies. The area of research specialization is open but candidates must be able to teach courses on American constitutional law, the judiciary and the legal profession.

The director will provide leadership, oversee curricular development, scheduling, student advisement, and the recruitment,