Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor in Public Law and Political Theory

Position description

Franklin and Marshall invites applications for a one-year visiting position in the Department of Government beginning August 2026. Appointment is for nine months (August – May). The rank will be Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor depending on qualifications. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate degree. The teaching load is 3/3. We are hiring a Public Law scholar who can also teach at least two political theory courses. The successful candidate will be asked to teach two sections of Constitutional Law, one or two other law-related courses (such as Civil Rights and Civil Liberties), and two courses that can meet the political theory requirement for Government majors

Qualifications:

Applicants should possess or be close to completing a doctorate degree. The Teaching load is 3/3. We are hiring a Public Law scholar who can also teach at least two political theory courses. The successful candidate will be asked to teach two sections of Constitutional Law, one or two other law-related courses (such as Civil Rights and Civil Liberties), and two courses that can meet the political theory requirement for Government majors

Application Instructions:

Candidates must submit the following items electronically via Interfolio: (https://apply.interfolio.com/180720): a cover letter; curriculum vitae; graduate transcript(s) (unofficial copies are fine); a holistic statement on your approach to excellence in teaching and student success; teaching evaluations and/or observations (if available); and one list of two reference names (NOTE: letters of reference will be solicited at a later stage, and once they are solicited referees will need to supply them within two weeks). For full consideration applications should be received by Friday, February 27. However, we will continue to accept applications until the position is filled.

Our department and Franklin & Marshall College are committed to teaching and mentoring individuals with varied backgrounds and perspectives. In your cover letter, please describe how you could work with us to create a more inclusive and equitable educational community where diverse cultures, viewpoints, and experiences are valued.

Application instructions

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