Assistant Professor of Political Science in Villanova, Pennsylvania at Villanova University
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Villanova University
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Villanova University
Assistant Professor of Political Science
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| Posting Number: | 20260061F |
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| Position Title: | Assistant Professor of Political Science |
| Position Type: | Faculty |
| Location: | Villanova, PA |
| Recruitment Type: | Internal/External Applicants |
| Work Schedule: | full-time/9-months |
| Department: | 142-Political Science |
| Position Summary: | Why work at Villanova?
The Department of Political Science at Villanova University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2027. The successful candidate will have broad training in political theory. Candidates with expertise in democratic theory and citizenship/civic engagement are especially welcome to apply. We also welcome applications from candidates who can teach one or more courses that address non-Western and/or subaltern perspectives on democratic theory and citizenship. The successful candidate will be expected to teach the department’s introductory political theory course as well as courses at both the undergraduate and graduate level in the candidate’s areas of specialization. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values. |
| Duties and Responsibilities: | Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate and graduate (MA) courses. Teaching duties include a 3-2 teaching load for the first three years. After a successful Third Year Review, a one-semester sabbatical is available in the fourth year, and the 3-2 teaching load may be continued for another three years contingent on a successful and promising record of scholarship. |
| Minimum Qualifications: | Ph.D. in hand is strongly preferred. ABDs will be considered; however, continued employment is subject to completion of the Ph.D. no later than August 15, 2027. |
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| Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours: | |
| Special Message to Applicants: | Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu. The online application should include a detailed letter of application indicating interest in and suitability for the position, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, curriculum vitae, official graduate and undergraduate transcripts, three letters of recommendation (References will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation when the application is submitted), two short writing samples, two syllabi (if available), and evidence of teaching effectiveness. All materials must be received by September 14, 2026. Finalists will be expected to provide a statement articulating how their contributions may support the University’s mission (and enduring principles). Please refer to the departmental website and the Villanova University Mission Statement. |
| Posting Date: | 07/20/2026 |
| Closing Date (11:59pm ET): | 09/14/2026 |
| Salary Posting Information: | Competitive |
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| Job Classification: | faculty |
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