Tenure-Track Public Law Faculty: Teach, Moot Court, Prelaw

Ncobps; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Framingham State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in political science specializing in Public Law, beginning in 2027-2028 academic year. The department seeks candidates committed to inclusive excellence and to mentoring a diverse student body.

The successful candidate will teach US government, constitutional and public law, and judicial politics at the undergraduate level, coach the moot court team, and lead prelaw advising and internship development.

Qualifications

• J.D. or Ph.D. in Political Science in a law-related field.
• ABD will be considered if PhD is completed by August 31, 2026.
• Strong record of teaching in the field of public law is required.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and supporting a diverse student body.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses in United States government, constitutional and public law, and judicial politics.
• Coach the moot court class offered each fall semester for the American Moot Court Association competition.
• Provide prelaw advising and contribute to internship development with university career services.
• Mentor and inspire students traditionally underrepresented in law and legal careers.

Skills

Teaching experience

Prelaw advising

Mentoring diverse students

Research and scholarship

Education

J.D. or Ph.D. in Political Science or law-related field

ABD (PhD must be completed by Aug 31, 2026)

Job description

Framingham State University invites applications for a tenure-track position in political science specializing in Public Law, beginning in 2027-2028 academic year. The department seeks candidates committed to inclusive excellence and to mentoring a diverse student body.

The successful candidate will teach US government, constitutional and public law, and judicial politics at the undergraduate level, coach the moot court team, and lead prelaw advising and internship development.