The Department of Government and Law at Lafayette College invites applications for a one-year visiting assistant professor position in American Politics commencing July 1, 2026. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in political science or demonstrate the Ph.D. is near completion. The teaching load is six courses (normally three courses each semester), including Introduction to U.S. Politics and other intermediate and advanced courses in their areas of expertise. The Department especially welcomes applications from candidates who will contribute to Lafayette's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Located within 70 miles of New York City and Philadelphia, Lafayette College is a highly selective undergraduate liberal arts and engineering institution with significant resources to support faculty members in their teaching and scholarship. Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse community, one that is inclusive and responsive, and is supportive of its faculty, students, and staff. All members of the College community share a responsibility for creating, maintaining, and developing a learning environment in which difference is valued, equity is sought, and inclusiveness is practiced. Lafayette welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in political science or demonstrate the Ph.D. is near completion.
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