Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science

Bucknell University • East Buffalo Township, PA

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About The Position

Bucknell University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for two one-year Visiting Assistant Professor positions, one in International Relations and the other in Comparative Politics (specialization open) beginning in the fall semester of 2026. The successful candidate will be prepared to teach sections of a core course in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics and sections of qualitative methods. The teaching load is three courses per semester. We are especially interested in candidates whose teaching and research will contribute to the department’s commitment to both diversity and academic excellence. We welcome candidates who demonstrate excellence in reflective multicultural and inclusive teaching practices and who display a strong commitment to collaboration and interdisciplinarity. Evidence of teaching experience, potential for teaching excellence, and the promise of being a productive scholar are critically important. By the start date of the position, candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or be ABD in political science with primary subfield specializations in Comparative Politics and/or International Relations. For additional information and to apply, please go to careers.bucknell.edu. The application should include a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, graduate transcripts, a sample of scholarship, course evaluations if available, and sample syllabi in Qualitative Methods and International Relations and/or Comparative Politics. Questions about the position should be addressed by email to Professor Doug Hecock at [e-mail]. Applications will only be accepted online at careers.bucknell.edu. Applications received by March 30th, 2026 will receive full consideration.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or ABD in political science with primary subfield specializations in Comparative Politics and/or International Relations by the start date of the position
• Evidence of teaching experience
• Potential for teaching excellence
• Promise of being a productive scholar
• Commitment to both diversity and academic excellence
• Excellence in reflective multicultural and inclusive teaching practices
• Strong commitment to collaboration and interdisciplinarity

Responsibilities

• Teach sections of a core course in International Relations and/or Comparative Politics
• Teach sections of qualitative methods
• Maintain a teaching load of three courses per semester

Benefits

• Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree