"Teaching Assistant Professor or an Instructor with an Emphasis in Public Law"

About the Job

The Department of Political Science at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) seeks a full-time, non-tenure-track teaching assistant professor or an instructor with an emphasis in Public Law for a one-year position, in person appointment with a potential to renew if there is instructional need. The successful candidate will have a 4-3 course load. The candidate will offer two courses in Constitutional Law and one introductory research methods course for undergraduate students. The candidate will also be required to offer introductory courses in Political Theory and/or American Government. One asynchronous online section of American Government is possible. Other upper-level courses can be in public law or in a subfield of the candidate’s preference. We seek a candidate with a PhD in political science or a related field. The appointment will begin August 18, 2026. Review of applications will begin March 30, 2026.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• MA or MS in Political Science or related field

Preferred qualifications:

• Ph.D. or J.D. in Political Science or related field.
• Two years of teaching at the collegiate level.
• Evidence of strong written communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups.

About the Department

The Department of Political Science is in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) offering majors and minors in political science and international studies and a minor in social analytics.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range:

Instructor: $44,156 - $49,856 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Teaching Assistant Professor: $49,892.25 - $66,523 per year; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Complete applications must include:

• Letter of application
• Current Curriculum Vitae/resume
• Contact information for three professional references

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.