Tenure-Track Assistant Professor - Political Science and International Relations

About the Role

Creighton University’s Department of Political Science and International Relations invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor specializing in American Politics. We seek individuals committed to being outstanding teacher-scholars within a primarily undergraduate-serving college.

The successful applicant will teach a 3-3 course load that includes first-year core courses in American government and politics, as well as upper-division elective courses in their area of expertise, such as American institutions, behavior, and research methods, depending on departmental needs.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Political Science (or a closely related field) in hand by the beginning of the contract (August 1, 2027)
• Emerging record of scholarship
• Ability to foster student learning, development, and decision-making in support of their goals, success, wellness, and needs
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to develop rapport quickly and effectively with a diversity of populations
• Empathy and compassion for the experiences of others

About Creighton

At Creighton, we offer meaningful work driven by a 475-year-old Jesuit tradition committed to social justice and serving others. Through this tradition, we push the boundaries of innovation, pursue new knowledge for the betterment of society, and seek to improve our world through Catholic and Jesuit values.

Omaha is a diverse community of 850,000 with four Fortune-500 companies, an active sports scene, and a vibrant arts community. Recent Wall Street Journal/Times Higher Education College rankings recognized Creighton University among the top 20% of institutions in its survey and among the Top 10 big-city colleges in the Midwest. Creighton University also ranks in the top third of National Universities in U.S. News & World Report’s rankings and was previously recognized for 16 years in a row as No. 1 among Best Regional Universities – Midwest.

Application Details

Review of completed applications will begin October 15, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

For further information, visit the department website or contact Dr. Erika Moreno, Chair of the Department of Political Science and International Relations, at erikamoreno@creighton.edu.