Title: Assistant Professor of Political Science (International Relations)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary
The Department of Political Science at Washington and Jefferson College invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in International Relations (IR). The preferred candidate will have expertise in two areas, except for Middle Eastern and African politics, with training in East Asian Politics as a plus. Candidates are expected to teach introductory and upper-level IR courses, Research/Quantitative Methods, as well as engage in scholarly research, service activities, and advising responsibilities.
Qualifications
We prefer candidates who have already obtained their Ph.D. degrees in Political Science or in a closely related field and have prior professional experience.
Application Instructions
Apply for this job at https://washjeff.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Candidates should upload a letter of application, CV, a teaching statement and evidence of teaching excellence such as peer and student evaluations, and sample syllabi. The three confidential letters of recommendation should be emailed to hr@washjeff.edu
Review of applications will begin on December 15th, 2026. Questions regarding the position should be addressed to Professor Buba Misawa at bmisawa@washjeff.edu .
Disclaimer
The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Rather, they are intended only to describe the general nature of the position.
Job Description Status
The duties and responsibilities listed in this job description are illustrative examples anticipated for this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required. Washington & Jefferson College reserves the right to amend or change this job description to meet the needs of its programs. This job description and any attachments do not constitute or represent a contract.
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Washington & Jefferson College is the best of both worlds: a small-town college setting in historic Washington, Pa., with easy access to the bustling business and cultural districts of nearby Pittsburgh, Pa. just 30 miles to the north. Founded in 1781, W&J College is a private, residential liberal arts college that is focused on student success. Our dedicated, experienced professors are passionate about teaching and work closely with our students to ensure that they receive a quality, comprehensive education. For more than 200 years, our alumni have influenced change in business, politics, medicine, and the arts and sciences as CEOs, lawyers, doctors, researchers, writers, teachers, and in many other equally worthy professions.
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