Assistant Professor-Political Science
- Employer
- The College of New Jersey
- Location
- Ewing, NJ
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
State Title: Assistant Professor
Appointment Type: Tenure Track
Bargaining Unit: AFT
Employment Type: 35 hours per week/Full-time
Expected Term: August 7, 2027 - June 7, 2030
Compensation: Range 22/$90,190.21 - 97,129.13
About TCNJ
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.
About the Department
The Department of Political Science is a supportive and dynamic community of scholars and students. Political Science offers minors in public policy and pre-law, which draw students from across a wide range of academic disciplines, and we offer a Master’s degree in Public Policy. The Department currently has 6 tenured or tenure-track members. Over 140 students major in Political Science, over 130 minor in our programs, and another 30 major in the interdisciplinary International Studies program to which we contribute. For more information on the department, please visit: https://polisci.tcnj.edu/
Position Overview:
We welcome candidates working in any area of IR. Candidates should demonstrate an active and rigorous research agenda in their area of specialization and be prepared to teach Introduction to International Relations, US Foreign Policy, and courses within their own specialization, as well as contribute to the Department's research course sequence. The successful candidate will excel in the classroom and seek ways to integrate their scholarship and teaching, consistent with the Department's teacher-scholar model. The typical teaching load is three courses per semester. All new tenure-track faculty members receive one course release per year, in two of their first three years, to support their scholarship. A PhD is preferred, but the College will consider ABDs if the degree will be granted by time of appointment. Applications received by November 1 will receive full consideration.
The Department of Political Science at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) invites applications for a tenure-track position in International Relations (IR) at the rank of Assistant Professor to join our community in August 2027.
Persons with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in order to perform the essential functions of the position. If the requested accommodation(s) cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, the applicant may not be eligible for the position.
Employer Qualifications
Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon the successful completion of an applicable background check, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I-9).
Accommodation: Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr@tcnj.edu.
Employee Benefits
As a member of The College of New Jersey Community, you will be a part of an exciting and rewarding public college career. Eligible full-time employees will be able to take advantage of a generous benefits package that includes health, welfare, and retirement benefits, including:
- Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental and prescription plans
- Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program
- Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program
- Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee affinity groups
- New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.)
- Access to extensive learning opportunities
To view a comprehensive list of benefits available to employees, visit our Health Benefits Plans and Programs page to learn more!
How to Apply
Applicants should submit the following materials using the online application system at: 1) a cover letter describing qualifications and research and teaching interests, 2) curriculum vitae, 3) one scholarly writing sample, 4) evidence of teaching effectiveness (including student evaluations and syllabi if available), 5) a statement on teaching philosophy (no longer than one page), and 5) a statement on how diversity and inclusion are incorporated into their work as teachers, scholars, and mentors (no longer than one page), and 6) names and contact information for three professional references.
Applications should be submitted electronically online. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by November 1, 2026.
Any questions can be directed to Sarah Chartock, International Relations Search Committee Chair, at irpolsearch@tcnj.edu.
The College is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive campus community that respects and uplifts individuals from all backgrounds. We value the varied perspectives, experiences, and talents of all members of our community and strive to create an environment where everyone has equitable access to opportunities for success. As an equal opportunity employer, we comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. We encourage applications from individuals whose lived experiences and professional interests align with our institutional mission of academic excellence, access, and integrity.
Primary Location: Social Sciences - Political Science
Work Locations:
Social Sciences - Political Science (Social Sciences - Political Science)
2000 Pennington Rd
Ewing Township, 08628
Job: Faculty
Organization: The College of New Jersey
Job Posting: Sep 21, 2026, 4:56:44 PM
Organization
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 “Most Competitive” schools in the nation by Barron’s Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton Review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter—an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally.
A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for a wealth of degree programs offered through TCNJ’s seven schools—Arts & Communication; Business; Humanities & Social Sciences; Education; Science; Nursing, Health, & Exercise Science; and Engineering. The College is enriched by an honors program and extensive opportunities to study abroad, and its award-winning First-Year Experience and freshman orientation programs have helped make its retention and graduation rates among the highest in the country.
Campus
Known for its natural beauty, the College’s campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township (map). The College has 39 major buildings, including a state-of-the-art library; 14 residence halls that accommodate 3,600 students; an award-winning student center; more than 20 academic computer laboratories; a full range of laboratories for nursing, microscopy, science, and technology; a music building with a 300-seat concert hall; and a collegiate recreation and athletic facilities complex. TCNJ has a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 6,400 students (95 percent from New Jersey).
The College of New Jersey encourages students to expand their talents and skills through more than 150 organizations that are open to students. These groups range from performing ensembles and professional and honor societies to student publications, Greek organizations, as well as intramural and club sports. The College also offers numerous leadership opportunities through the Student Finance Board, Student Government Association, and Residence Hall Government to name a few.
High achievement and scholarship in the classroom have been mirrored by the success of The College of New Jersey’s varsity student-athletes. Since the 1978–79 Lion wrestling team captured the College’s first National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) team championship, TCNJ has established itself as one of the nation’s most successful Division III (non-athletic scholarship) programs. Since 1979, The College of New Jersey has amassed a total of 39 Division III crowns in seven different sports. In addition, the Lions have posted 32 runner-up awards, giving the College an aggregate of 71 first- and second-place finishes. That figure is tops among the nation’s 400-plus Division III colleges and universities during the past 30 years. The Lions have also produced 58 Division III CoSIDA First Team Academic All-Americans.
As impressive as the overall athletic record is, TCNJ’s accomplishment as a leader in women’s sports is even greater. Since NCAA Championships were initiated for women in 1981, only TCNJ has won 32 Division III team championships. The total does not include the Lions’ lacrosse championship in 1981 or the softball championships in 1980 and 1981, which were sponsored by the AIAW (Association for Intercollegiate Athletics for Women) prior to women’s sports inclusion in the NCAA. In the fall of 1999, TCNJ’s women’s athletic program was voted as the top Division III institution for female student-athletes by Sports Illustrated for Women.
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