Assistant Professor of Politics
About The Position
The Department of Politics at Mount Holyoke College seeks an assistant professor for a full-time, tenure-track position in American public law, starting July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will use their expertise to contextualize the operation of law and courts within the changing political and institutional environment of the United States. All methodological approaches to the study of American law and politics are welcome. The teaching load is two courses per semester, or four courses per year. The faculty member will teach an introductory American politics course and regularly offer a constitutional law/civil liberties sequence. They will also be invited to teach additional courses aligned with their active research agenda. Teaching research methods is a plus, but not required. After the first year, the faculty member will regularly contribute to student advising. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of strong undergraduate teaching and experience mentoring students broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, and religion. A PhD or ABD is required. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, sample syllabi, and 1–2 page statements on teaching philosophy, research interests, and mentoring a diverse student body. Applicants who advance in the review process will be asked for contact information for three references who can provide recommendation letters. Application review begins October 1, 2026. The minimum starting rate of pay is $90,000. All new hires are subject to appropriate background checks as a condition of employment.
Requirements
- PhD or ABD.
- Demonstrated record of strong teaching at the undergraduate level.
- Experience mentoring students broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, gender, nationality, sexual orientation, disability, and religion.
Nice To Haves
- Ability to teach research methods.
Responsibilities
- Teach four courses per year, with a load of two courses per semester.
- Offer an introductory course on American politics.
- Regularly offer a constitutional law/civil liberties sequence.
- Offer additional courses aligned with the faculty member’s active research agenda.
- Contribute regularly to student advising following the first year.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
