Visiting Assistant Professor of Politics

The Department of Politics at Bates College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor in race and ethnic politics and policy in the U.S. The position would start in the Fall of 2021. We are open to and encourage a variety of methodological approaches and paths to scholarly and teaching excellence in this field. Applicants should show a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching, to scholarly research, and to the implementation of inclusive pedagogies. Candidates with demonstrated success in teaching and supporting students from historically underrepresented and marginalized populations are encouraged to apply. Teaching responsibilities include five courses per year as well as advising individual senior theses. We are particularly interested in those candidates who can teach a course in public policy. The college and the department are committed to enhancing the diversity and inclusivity of the campus community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to this goal and identify their strengths and experiences in this area are encouraged to apply. Consideration of applications will begin March 15, 2021 and continue until the position is filled.

Qualifications

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in political science completed or nearly complete. ABD will be considered, Ph.D., preferred.

Application Instructions

Review of applications begins March 1, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.

Applicants should submit the following: (1) a letter of application, (2) curriculum vita, (3) pedagogy statement, (4) research statement, (5) statement on how attention to inclusion and equity informs your teaching and research, (6) writing sample, (7) graduate transcripts, and (8) three letters of recommendation.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.