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Assistant Professor of American Politics **FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT** The Department of Political Science at the City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professorship in American Politics to begin in the fall of 2027. The substantive specialization and methodological approach for this position are open. Candidates must be willing and able to teach a large multi-section Introduction to American Government course once a year. Candidates should also have a strong commitment to City College's historic mission of providing a public first-rate education to all students, regardless of means or background. Successful candidates will be required to teach two courses per semester until tenure review, pursue an active research agenda, participate in the life of the department and the college, and have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. by the start date. **QUALIFICATIONS** Required Qualifications + Ph.D. degree in Political Science or a related field from an accredited institution. + Demonstrated potential for quality scholarship. + The ability to teach successfully and the ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution. **COMPENSATION** **Salary Range:** $82,384 - $94,017 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** **Only applications submitted through CUNYfirst will be considered for this position.** If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYfirst, please click on "Apply Now" at the bottom of this page and follow the instructions. If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows: + Go to + Search for Job Opening ID number: **31735** + Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions. Applications, including the following must be uploaded to the CUNYfirst job application website as a single PDF document: 1. Cover Letter 2. Curriculum Vitae 3. Writing Sample (no more than 40 pages) 4. Names and contact information for three professional references **CLOSING DATE** Open Until Filled with the review of applications to begin on September 15, 2026 **JOB SEARCH CATEGORY** CUNY Job Posting: Faculty **EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY** CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 31735 Location: City College of New York Job Type: Full-Time Assistant Professor of American Politics United States USA New York NY New York CUNY
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