"Faculty - Assistant Professor - Civic and Constitutional Thought"

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Constitutional History at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape civic education and scholarship through the Civic Thought and Leadership Initiative (CTLI), housed in the Center for Constitutional Studies (CCS). Faculty in this position will teach and develop curriculum in areas connected to constitutional studies, history, philosophy, economics, and political science, while conducting research that supports the legislative mandate of CTLI. By bridging academic departments with the Center, this position provides a collaborative platform for faculty to advance rigorous, nonpartisan civic dialogue and education.

This position is ideal for scholars who want to contribute to both departmental excellence and interdisciplinary initiatives, while mentoring students across undergraduate and graduate programs. With opportunities to teach in UVU's M.A. program in Constitutional Government, Civics, and Law, and to engage in meaningful research and public scholarship, faculty in this role will help advance UVU's mission of fostering engaged learning and civic leadership. Candidates will find a supportive environment for professional growth, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and impactful teaching that connects academic study with the needs of students and the broader community.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Teach courses related to the American founding, civic thought and leadership, constitutional studies, and other areas within the faculty member's expertise.
• Develop and implement a curriculum related to Civic Thought and Leadership and Constitutional Studies in close collaboration with CCS.
• Research in the fields of philosophy, history, economics, or political science.
• Service to CCS, the department, college, university, and community by attending meetings, serving on committees, accepting other duties as assigned, and participating in the intellectual life of CCS.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Ph.D. in political science, constitutional studies, history, philosophy, or a related field, or a terminal degree in law.
• Teaching experience and scholarly interests in American political, civic, or constitutional thought or history.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D. in politics, constitutional studies, history, or philosophy.
• Record of excellent teaching and published scholarship in the areas of American political thought and history, civil discourse, constitutional law, civil liberties, civic leadership, and the history of political philosophy.
• Record of excellence in developing curriculum and academic programs.
• Record of excellence working on interdisciplinary endeavors across disciplines and colleges.
• Record of excellence in teaching graduate-level courses.
• Experience delivering civics professional development for K-12 teachers.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Writing Sample
• Curriculum Vitae
• If you have teaching experience, please include the last three years of SRIs

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Knowledge

• Service to CCS, the department, college, university, and community by attending meetings, serving on committees, accepting other duties as assigned, and participating in the intellectual life of CCS.

Skills

• Excellent academic teaching, administration, communication, and research skills.
• Demonstrated skill in developing curriculum and overseeing academic programs.

Abilities

• Ability to teach university-level courses and develop curriculum related to civic thought and leadership, constitutional studies, and civil discourse.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to navigate controversial questions and interact effectively with students and colleagues of diverse perspectives.