Assistant Professor of Political Science, Tenure Track

Assistant Professor of Political Science, Tenure Track

R00034058

Poughkeepsie, NY

Department

Political Science

Vassar College is dedicated to providing equal employment
opportunities to all applicants and employees and welcomes
applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Decisions
concerning employment are made on the basis of an individual's
qualifications to contribute to meeting Vassar College's
educational objectives and its institutional needs, which includes
promoting a respect for difference and creating a learning
environment where students from all backgrounds can thrive.
Candidates who can contribute to these goals through their
teaching, research, advising, and other activities are encouraged
to identify their strengths and experiences in this area. If you
need to request an accommodation to fully participate in the search
process, please contact careers@vassar.edu

Job Description

Position Introduction:

The Department of Political Science at Vassar College invites
applications for a tenure track position in Political Science at
the Assistant Professor rank beginning in the 2027-28 academic
year.

Job Description:

We are seeking a dynamic, innovative scholar to fill a position in
American Politics with a focus on Constitutional Law. We are
interested in key constitutional law issues, including such
competencies as Civil Rights and Liberties, Executive
Authority/Power, and Federalism. The successful candidate will
contribute to the further development of Vassar's Political Science
curriculum, advise students, and serve on college and program
committees.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Political Science or related field
at the time of appointment. The successful candidate will teach
introductory, intermediate, as well as advanced courses in the
American Politics subfield. These may be cross-listed in one or
more of the Multidisciplinary Programs. The teaching load in the
first year is four courses, and in subsequent years is either five
courses or four classroom courses plus one "intensive," a small
enrollment, closely mentored experience for undergraduates.

Application Materials:

• Cover Letter & CV
• Teaching Statement
• Community Impact Statement (https://offices.vassar.edu/dean-of-the-faculty/positions/community-impact-statement/)
• Graduate School Transcripts (unofficial copy is acceptable at

the time of application)

• Course evaluation material
• Writing Sample
• Contact information for three references who will provide

reference letters upon request. Note: Candidates will be prompted
for the contact information following the submission of the
application

How to Apply:

Applications should be addressed to Katherine Hite, Search Chair,
and submitted online at: https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/Vassar-External.
For inquiries, please email: polisci@vassar.edu.
Review of applicant materials will begin on October 15, 2026 and
will continue until the position has been filled. There is no
guarantee that applications received after October 15, 2026 will be
reviewed.

Pay Transparency Disclosure:

The annual base starting salary range for this position is $96,000
to $106,000 (USD). This range includes new faculty appointments
beginning the first year of a standard tenure clock as well as
Assistant Professors with previous tenure-line experience who will
be on an accelerated tenure clock. When extending an offer of
employment, Vassar College considers factors such as (but not
limited to) candidate's education/training, work experience,
internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational
considerations. This salary range represents the College's good
faith and reasonable estimate at the time of posting. The starting
salary for an Assistant Professor in this position with a PhD
beginning the first year of a standard tenure clock in Fall 2027 is
$100,000.

To apply, visit https://vassar.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Vassar-External/job/Poughkeepsie-NY/Assistant-Professor-of-Political-Science--Tenure-Track_R00034058-1?jobFamilyGroup=71e2c39500161003e7c502c9a45f8212.

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