Assistant Professor - American Politics (Tenure Track)

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

Position Details

The City College of New York’s Political Science Department is seeking a dynamic, tenure track Assistant Professor of American Politics, who will also serve as the director of its 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 more broadly.

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Details

The City College of New York’s Political Science Department is seeking a dynamic, tenure track Assistant Professor of American Politics, who will also serve as the director of its 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 more broadly.

The Honors Program in Legal Studies is a highly selective program designed to facilitate access to the legal profession by providing the unique demographic of City College students with the opportunity to attend the country’s most prestigious and competitive law schools. It does so by offering scholarships, specialized courses, assistance in choosing and preparing applications to law schools, moot court, and other services.

As Director of the Honor’s Program, the candidate will provide leadership and strategic vision, and oversee curricular development, scheduling, student advisement, and the recruitment, selection, and oversight of student fellows. S/he will also work with the department chair and development office on fundraising and external relations.

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Political Science from an accredited institution is required.

Also required are the ability to teach successfully, demonstrated scholarly achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

Preferred Qualifications

J.D. and administrative experience in academic program leadership or equivalent professional experience in law are strongly preferred.

Demonstrated interest in fundraising and resource development is highly valued.

Compensation

Salary Range

$85,556 - $94,017

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled with review of applications to begin November 30, 2026

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Job ID

33054

Location

City College of New York

Job Type

Full-Time