Assistant Professor of Political Science

Middlebury College
  • Location
    Middlebury, Vermont
  • Sector
    Education
  • Experience
    Mid Career
  • Posted
    Jun 11

Position description

The Department of Political Science invites applicants for a tenure-track position in political philosophy beginning fall 2026. We seek broadly trained candidates prepared to teach the introductory and advanced courses in the history of political philosophy. Appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates should provide evidence of commitment to excellence in teaching and scholarly potential.

As part of a full teaching load, the candidate will also occasionally contribute to Middlebury’s First Year Seminar Program and Winter Term course offerings. All faculty at Middlebury are also expected to contribute to service to the College including, but not limited to, committee membership and, once tenured, serving as Director or Chair of a Program or Department when asked. 

Middlebury College is a top-tier liberal arts college with a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and research. It is also an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a truly open, and supportive learning, teaching, and working environment. The College hires faculty from a myriad of life experiences, cultures, frames of reference, social identities, and learning perspectives to help cultivate and advance innovation in our curriculum and to provide a rich and varied educational experience to our talented and distinguished student body. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

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