Assistant Professor, Politics/International Studies
About the role
The International Studies Program and the Department of Politics at Fairfield University invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor with expertise in international relations, international politics and/or related area of social and political theory. Ideally, the candidate would focus on issues of security, including conflict and conflict resolution, humanitarian action and/or peace studies. The appointment begins September 2027 pending final budget approval and the successful candidate will work towards tenure in the Politics Department.
Responsibilities
- Teach the Introduction to International Relations course for the International Studies/Business Program along with courses in their area of specialization for the Politics Department.
- Engage in Department and Program meetings, committees, and special project work to further the goals of each.
Requirements
- PhD in either Political Science specialized in International Relations, International Relations, International Studies, or Global Studies by August 31, 2027.
- Exceptional ABD candidates who are very close to PhD conferral may also be considered.
Qualifications
- Strong candidates will be thoughtful in their pedagogical approaches, committed to continually improving their teaching, and possess a record of, or potential for teaching excellence.
- Successful candidates will possess a record of, or potential for strong scholarship in their area of specialization.
SkillsStrong candidates will be thoughtful in their pedagogical approaches, committed to continually improving their teaching, and possess a record of, or potential for teaching excellence.
Benefits
The salary and the benefits for the position are highly competitive.
Pay
The salary and the benefits for the position are highly competitive.
Schedule
The teaching load is 3 three-credit courses each semester.