Assistant Professor, American Politics & Public Law

Colorado State University; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in American politics with a specialization in public law, legal studies, administrative law and/or law and courts. The hire will teach American Constitutional Law, develop a robust scholarly program, and pursue external funding.

Responsibilities include teaching 2-2 load, mentoring students, and contributing to CLA’s Strengthening Democracy initiative. Ph.D.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in the relevant discipline.
• Evidence of research productivity or strong potential to establish a sustainable scholarly program.
• Active and productive research agenda in Public Law, Legal Studies, Administrative Law and/or Law and Courts.
• Demonstrated ability to teach effectively at undergraduate and/or graduate levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach and mentor students at undergraduate and graduate levels, including course and curriculum development.
• Conduct and publish research, pursue external funding, and contribute to scholarly advancement in the field.
• Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community in support of CSU’s mission.

Skills

Teaching

Research planning

Scholarly communication

Education

Ph.D. or equivalent

Job description

Colorado State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in American politics with a specialization in public law, legal studies, administrative law and/or law and courts. The hire will teach American Constitutional Law, develop a robust scholarly program, and pursue external funding.

Responsibilities include teaching 2-2 load, mentoring students, and contributing to CLA’s Strengthening Democracy initiative. Ph.D.