Assistant Professor of Political Science

Towson UniversityTowson, MD
$70,000 - $75,000Onsite

About The Position

The College of Liberal Arts at Towson University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in the Political Science Department. Towson University is a public university located north of Baltimore, Maryland, with over 19,000 students and is part of the University System of Maryland. The department is seeking a tenure-track, 9-month faculty member with an emphasis in Constitutional Law. The position involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, developing future course offerings, and contributing to the university's R2 status aspiration through grant-funded research. Responsibilities also include student advising and service to the department, college, and university. Candidates should be committed to teaching excellence, possess strong potential for scholarly work, and be sensitive to the needs of a diverse student body.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field.
  • ABD candidates may be considered if the degree will be completed by the end of Spring 2027.
  • Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence.
  • Strong potential for a productive scholarly program.
  • Sensitivity to the needs of, and interest in working with, a diverse student body.
  • Consideration of the university’s mission, strategic plan, and Presidential Priorities.

Nice To Haves

  • Areas of Specialization: Constitutional Law, Judicial Politics, Homeland Security
  • Experience with grant-funded research.
  • Experience advising students.
  • Experience with university service.

Responsibilities

  • Teaching a general undergraduate survey course on Law and Politics.
  • Teaching upper-division courses in Constitutional Law and Judicial Politics.
  • Teaching a graduate course in Homeland Security and Constitutional Rights.
  • Developing future course offerings.
  • Conducting grant-funded research.
  • Advising students in the major and minor.
  • Service to the department, college, and university.

Benefits

  • Excellent health plans
  • Life plans
  • Retirement plans
  • Tuition remission
  • Variety of great perks and discounts

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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