Assistant Professor, Political Science

Drew University seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in American Politics and Political Theory beginning August 2023. The successful candidate will teach core courses in American Politics and Political Theory. The department particularly welcomes candidates who can contribute to the University’s interdisciplinary Women & Gender Studies major with courses related to Gender and Politics.

Key Responsibilities:

The position’s primary responsibilities include teaching, research, student advising and engaging in service activities for the Political Science department and University. The standard teaching load is three courses per semester.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. or the relevant terminal degree in Political Science by August 1, 2023. Preference will be given to candidates with a proven teaching record, as well as an active research agenda.

How to apply:

To apply for this position, please submit the following material.

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae/resume
• A brief statement of teaching interests and philosophy
• Evidence of teaching excellence
• A job paper, published article, or evidence of research
• Contact information for three references, at least one of whom can address teaching experience. The committee will request reference letters only for semi-finalists in the search process.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Apply by November 1, 2022 for priority consideration.

About Drew University:

Drew University, a Phi Beta Kappa liberal arts university, includes the College of Liberal Arts, the Drew Theological School and the Caspersen School of Graduate Studies. Drew is located on a beautiful, wooded campus in Madison, New Jersey, a thriving small town close to New York City.

It has a total enrollment of more than 2,200 students and has 136 full-time faculty members, 96% of whom hold the terminal degree in their field. The Theological and Caspersen schools offer master’s and doctoral degrees, and the College confers BA and BS degrees in 40 disciplines and offers 19 dual-degree programs.

Drew’s one-of-a-kind, leading edge path to an undergraduate degree, Launch , ensures that every student graduates with a purpose, sought-after transferable skills, a network of mentors, and an experience-based résumé—guaranteed. Particularly noteworthy opportunities for undergraduates include the Charles A. Dana Research Institute for Scientists Emeriti (RISE), the Drew Summer Science Institute (DSSI), the Center for Civic Engagement, as well as seven New York City semesters and several international study abroad programs.

The Caspersen School of Graduate Studies offers a wide array of distinctive and flexible advanced degree programs designed to meet the needs of almost any busy schedule. All programs are based on Drew’s renowned commitment to faculty-student mentorship, opportunities for out-of-the-classroom experiential learning, and facilitating a robust intellectual community.

The Theological School has a distinguished history rooted in the United Methodist Church. Today, it serves many denominations as a center for preparing clergy and leaders for service in the church and the world. Its focus on biblical and theological scholarship and social justice has made it a sought after destination for students pursuing master’s and doctoral degrees.

To enrich education through diversity, Drew University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Following federal and state requirements; a candidate must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States if selected for hire.

These positions are subject to a background check.