Lecturer - Political Theory

Lecturer - Political Theory

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Details

The Department of Political Science at the City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a Lecturer in Political Theory to begin in the Fall of 2027. The successful candidate will teach classes on gender and politics, political theory, and human rights. Demonstrated experience and capacity for undergraduate student advisement are also sought for. Candidates should have a strong commitment to City College's historic mission of providing a first-rate public education to all students, regardless of means or background. Successful candidates will be required to teach four courses per semester and actively participate in the life of the department, the Colin Powell School for Civic and Global Leadership and City College as a whole.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Political Science, and the ability to teach successfully.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in Political Science from an accredited institution, preferably with a specialty in political theory.

• Substantial experience and demonstrated record as a quality teacher and student advisor required.

COMPENSATION

Salary Range: $87,149-$92,359. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

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Applications, including the following must be uploaded to the CUNYfirst job application website as a single PDF document:

1. Statement of scholarly interests

2. Curriculum Vitae / Resume

3. Names and contact information for three professional references

CLOSING DATE

October 8, 2026

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Job ID: 32785

Location: City College of New York

Job Type: Full-Time