"Visiting Assistant Professor - Political Science"

The Political Science Department at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University invites applications for a full-time, one-year term position with the possibility of renewal starting August 2026.

Review of applications will begin October 15 and continue until the position is filled.

Please note, this position is not eligible for employment-based visa sponsorship (i.e., H-1B or Green Card sponsorship). Applicants must possess the required authorization to work in the U.S. at the time of hire.

Why Join Us?

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

To learn more about our benefits, visit mycsbsju.edu/jobs.

Teaching responsibilities for this position include teaching upper- and lower-level undergraduate public law classes with the opportunity to also teach introductory course work and research methodology, depending on the candidate. The candidate will be responsible for teaching three 4-credit courses per semester plus contributing to departmental-level service and student advising.

Required:

• PhD in political science, or equivalent, an ABD will be considered
• Expertise in Public Law including Constitutional Law and Politics, Civil Rights & Civil Liberties, Judicial Politics, Judicial Process, and Research Methodology
• Evidence of the ability to be an effective teacher

Preferred:

• Demonstrated experience teaching undergraduate research methodology course
• Ability to advise pre-law students on law school applications, personal statements, LSAT preparation, and career planning
• Experience establishing and maintaining relationships with external internship partners
• Ability to mentor and coach mock trial team

College/University Highlights: The College of Saint Benedict (CSB), a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University (SJU), a liberal arts college for men, are located in the central lakes area of Minnesota... For further information regarding our institutions, visit CSBSJU.