The Department of Political Science at Wheaton College in Norton, Massachusetts invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in American politics for the 2024-25 academic year. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to teach introductory and upper-level courses in American politics and public law, including courses focused on the American legal system, Constitutional law/interpretation, civil liberties, civil rights, judicial politics and other courses in the candidate’s areas of specialization. Teaching responsibilities will include introductory sections of U.S. government & politics, and research methods.

A Ph.D. in Political Science (with an emphasis in judicial politics) is preferred. ABDs will be considered. If the candidate does not have the Ph.D. in hand, they will be hired as an instructor until the degree is obtained.

Classroom experience is highly desirable.

To attract and retain the most talented individuals, Wheaton College maintains a flexible and competitive staff compensation and benefits program.

When determining and establishing hiring rates or recruitment ranges for a position, the College considers a number of factors including the budget for the position, the range of the grade, the external market for the position or similar positions, level and scope of responsibilities, required education, skills and relevant experience as well as internal equity. All salary offers must have the prior approval of the Office of Human Resources.

The salary for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications, education and experience.

Wheaton College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich an intellectually diverse learning environment, the Department and the College actively encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented groups.

Wheaton’s core belief is that valuing diversity is pivotal to personal development, intellectual expansion, and societal equity. Our community is united by a shared dedication to equity and access that is essential to providing a transformative education in the Liberal Arts and Sciences.

The federal government and the state of Massachusetts have made the decision to end the COVID-19 public health emergency. Effective June 1, 2023, the college will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters for members of our community. Rather, we strongly recommend that everyone stay up to date on their vaccinations, including boosters, as recommended by their health care provider.

While we will no longer require COVID-19 vaccinations, we strongly encourage members of our campus community to adhere to public health recommendations for vaccination to protect against COVID-19, as well as influenza and other diseases.