Assistant Professor, Law & Judicial Politics (Tenure-Track)

Niagara University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Niagara University seeks an Assistant Professor of Political Science for a full-time, tenure-track position in Fall 2027 with emphasis in Law/Judicial Politics.

The successful candidate will teach introductory law, Constitutional Law, and Civil Rights/Civil Liberties, maintain an active research agenda, advise students, and participate in the Pre-Law Advisement program. The teaching load is three courses per semester.

Qualifications

• Evidence of ability to develop an active research agenda.
• Commitment to establishing an excellent record of teaching and mentorship/advising.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate introductory course on the law and advanced courses such as Constitutional Law and Civil Rights/Civil Liberties.
• Advise students and develop new course offerings to complement department offerings.
• Play an active role in the Pre-Law Advisement program as part of service to department, college, university and profession.

Skills

Research agenda development

Teaching and mentorship

Education

Ph.D.

J.D.

Job description

Niagara University seeks an Assistant Professor of Political Science for a full-time, tenure-track position in Fall 2027 with emphasis in Law/Judicial Politics.

The successful candidate will teach introductory law, Constitutional Law, and Civil Rights/Civil Liberties, maintain an active research agenda, advise students, and participate in the Pre-Law Advisement program. The teaching load is three courses per semester.