Lecturer - Political Theory

The City University of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 87,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension and retirement benefits

Paid parental leave

Savings programs

Mentoring and research support

Job summary

The City College of New York invites applications for a Lecturer in Political Theory to begin in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach courses on gender and politics, political theory, and human rights, and provide undergraduate advisement. Commitment to CCNY’s public education mission is expected.

The position requires teaching four courses per semester and active participation in department and college life, with salary commensurate with education and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science is required.
• Ph.D. in Political Science preferred, especially with a specialization in political theory.
• Substantial experience in undergraduate teaching and student advisement is expected.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester, including gender and politics, political theory, and human rights.
• Advise undergraduate students and contribute to departmental activities.
• Participate in the life of the department, the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership, and CCNY as a whole.

Skills

Teaching ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Ph.D. in Political Science (preferred)

Job description

Position Details

The Department of Political Science at the City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a Lecturer in Political Theory to begin in the Fall of 2027. The successful candidate will teach classes on gender and politics, political theory, and human rights. Demonstrated experience and capacity for undergraduate student advisement are also sought for. Candidates should have a strong commitment to City College's historic mission of providing a first-rate public education to all students, regardless of means or background. Successful candidates will be required to teach four courses per semester and actively participate in the life of the department, the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership and City College as a whole.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, and the ability to teach successfully.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Political Science from an accredited institution, preferably with a specialty in political theory.
• Substantial experience and demonstrated record as a quality teacher and student advisor required.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $87,149-$92,359.

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Pension and retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Savings programs
• Mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication

Closing Date

October 8, 2026

Job Search Category

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty

Equal Employment Opportunity

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

32785

Location

City College of New York

Job Type

Full-Time