Assistant Professor-Political Science

State Title: Assistant Professor

Appointment Type: Tenure Track

Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time

Expected Term: August 7, 2027 - June 7, 2030

Compensation: Range 22/ $ 90,190.21 - 97,129.13

About TCNJ

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution
that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive
colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State
Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year
graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is
ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely
to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it
the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the
northeast.

About the Department

The Department of Political Science is a supportive and dynamic
community of scholars and students. Political Science offers minors
in public policy and pre-law, which draw students from across a
wide range of academic disciplines, and we offer a Master's degree
in Public Policy. The Department currently has 6 tenured or
tenure-track members. Over 140 students major in Political Science,
over 130 minor in our programs, and another 30 major in the
interdisciplinary International Studies program to which we
contribute. For more information on the department, please visit:
https://polisci.tcnj.edu/

Position Overview:

We welcome candidates working in any area of IR. Candidates should
demonstrate an active and rigorous research agenda in their area of
specialization and be prepared to teach Introduction to
International Relations, US Foreign Policy, and courses within
their own specialization, as well as contribute to the Department's
research course sequence. The successful candidate will excel in
the classroom and seek ways to integrate their scholarship and
teaching, consistent with the Department's teacher-scholar model.
The typical teaching load is three courses per semester. All new
tenure-track faculty members receive one course release per year,
in two of their first three years, to support their scholarship. A
PhD is preferred, but the College will consider ABDs if the degree
will be granted by time of appointment. Applications received by
November 1 will receive full consideration.

The Department of Political Science at The College of New Jersey
(TCNJ) invites applications for a tenure-track position in
International Relations (IR) at the rank of Assistant Professor to
join our community in August 2027.

Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations
in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the
requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for
the position.

Employer Qualifications

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of
an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification
of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form
I-9).

Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to
apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu .

Employee Benefits

As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a
part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible
full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous
benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement
benefits, including:

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and

prescription plans

• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings

Program

• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement

Program

• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group

life insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee affinity groups
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet

insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park
tickets, etc.)

• Access to extensive learning opportunities

To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees,
visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to
learn more!

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following materials using the online
application system at: 1) a cover letter describing qualifications
and research and teaching interests, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) one
scholarly writing sample, 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness
(including student evaluations and syllabi if available), 5) a
statement on teaching philosophy (no longer than one page), and 5)
a statement on how diversity and inclusion are incorporated into
their work as teachers, scholars, and mentors (no longer than one
page), and 6) names and contact information for three professional
references.

Applications should be submitted electronically online. Review of
applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be
received by November 1, 2026.

Any questions can be directed to Sarah Chartock, International
Relations Search Committee Chair, at irpolsearch@tcnj.edu.

The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive
campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all
backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and
talents of all members of our community and strive to create an
environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities
for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all
applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and
affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals
whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our
institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and
integrity.