Tocqueville Center Assistant Director and Assistant Professor of Classical Liberal Thought

Furman University • Lexington, MA

38d • Onsite

About The Position

The Tocqueville Center at Furman University invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Director, with a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant/Associate/Full Professor in Classical Liberal Thought, beginning August 1, 2027. We seek candidates with expertise in the history of liberal thought, particularly focusing on eighteenth- and nineteenth-century British, French, and American Enlightenment thinkers.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Political Thought or a related field is required by August 1, 2027.
• Ability to work with students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to Furman’s commitment to expanding access and opportunity to Furman’s rich learning culture.

Nice To Haves

• Expertise in the history of liberal thought, particularly focusing on eighteenth- and nineteenth-century British, French, and American Enlightenment thinkers.

Responsibilities

• Teach four courses per academic year, including both introductory and upper-level offerings.
• Carry out administrative responsibilities at the Tocqueville Center.
• Student programming and mentorship.
• Event coordination.
• Media outreach.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for domestic partners of employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree