Assistant Professor of Political Science

Marist University; City of Poughkeepsie (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited sick time

14+ paid holidays per year

Health insurance

Life insurance

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science in International Relations and Public Policy beginning Fall 2027. Teaches introductory and advanced courses in IR (including political economy) and public policy (global health and healthcare policy).

The candidate must have a PhD in Political Science by the start date and demonstrate teaching effectiveness at the college level.

Qualifications

• PhD in Political Science by start date.
• Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college level.
• Ability to teach introductory and advanced courses in international relations and public policy.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3–4 courses per semester; potential 3–3 load for strong scholarship.
• Engage in research and scholarly activities; participate in service to students and university.

Skills

Teaching experience

International relations

Public policy

Education

PhD in Political Science

Job description

Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Political Science

Department/School:

Political Science Department, School of Liberal Arts

Salary/Pay Rate:

$75,000 - $80,000

Job Summary:

The Political Science Department at Marist University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science position in International Relations and Public Policy beginning Fall 2027. We are seeking a broadly trained candidate who can teach introductory and advanced courses in international relations (including political economy) and public policy (including global health and healthcare policy). This position requires the ability and willingness to teach classes broadly across the discipline.

Minimum Qualifications:

Candidates must have a PhD in Political Science in hand before the start date of the appointment. Teaching experience and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the college level is required.

Essential Functions:

The teaching load will be 3-4, but faculty who achieve and maintain an outstanding record of scholarship may be eligible for a 3-3 teaching load. In addition to teaching and research responsibilities, faculty participate regularly in service activities for our students, Marist University, and the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

PhD in Political Science conferred by the time of appointment

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Resume, Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness, Teaching Statement, Research Statement, Writing Sample & Three Professional References.

The deadline to submit an application will be Sunday, October 25th, 2026.

Benefits:

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan:
  • First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%.
  • University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years.
  • Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
  • Typical eligibility requirements: 1 year of service and 1,000 hours with Marist University.
• 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available. Voluntary, up to IRS maximum contribution.
• Tuition Benefits:
  • Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26.
  • University pays 100% tuition only.
  • Eligible dependents may be Reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

*Eligibility requirements including waiting periods and/or employee probationary periods may apply at the discretion of the University.

About the Department/School:

The Political Science Department includes 8 faculty members and offers a BA in Political Science and a Minor in Political Science. The department contributes substantially to our interdisciplinary programs in Africana Studies, American Studies, Latin American & Caribbean Studies, and Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies. The Political Science Department is housed in the School of Liberal Arts, which includes departments in English, History, World Languages & Cultures, and Philosophy & Religious Studies. The School of Liberal Arts is also home to the Hudson River Valley Institute and the Marist Institute for Public Opinion.

About Marist University:

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about

Type of Position:

Full-time Faculty

Classification:

Faculty (Full-Time)

Months per Year:

9

Work Schedule:

Time as required for teaching, office hours, departmental/school activities, and other activities as needed. Flexible work schedule, course schedule varies each semester.

Location:

Marist University Main Campus

Number of Position Openings:

1

Equal Employment Statement:

Marist University is committed to creating an inclusive workforce on our campus by ensuring that barriers to equal employment opportunity and upward mobility do not exist here. To this end, the University will strive to achieve the full and fair participation of all members of the Marist community.

Equal opportunity means employment, development, and promotion of individuals without consideration of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, or veteran status unless there is a bona fide occupational requirement which excludes persons in one of these protected groups. The University will review its employment policies and procedures to ensure that barriers which may unnecessarily exclude protected groups are identified and eliminated. The University will also explore alternative approaches if any policy or practice is found to have a negative impact on protected groups.

Marist's policy of non-discrimination includes not only employment practices but also extends to all services and programs provided by the University. It shall be considered a violation of University policy for any member of the community to discriminate against any individual or group with respect to employment or attendance at Marist University on the basis of race, color, disability, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other condition established by law.