Lecturer - Political Theory

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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 classes on gender and politics, political theory, and human rights, and provide undergraduate advisement.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with the ability to teach; a PhD in Political Science is preferred. The role involves active participation in departmental life and CCNY-wide activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Political Science; ability to teach successfully.
• Ph.D. degree in Political Science preferred; strong teaching/advising record.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per semester including gender and politics, political theory and human rights.
• Actively participate in department life and the Colin Powell School and CCNY community.
• Undertake undergraduate student advisement and contribute to program development.

Skills

Teaching

Advising

Education

Bachelor's degree in Political Science

Ph.D. in Political Science (preferred)

Job description

Lecturer - Political Theory

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

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. 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

October 2, 2026

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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