Assistant Professor of Modern Political Theory

Assistant Professor of Modern Political Theory
New York University: NYU - NY: Gallatin School of Individualized Study
Location
New York
Open Date

Oct 04, 2023

Description

The Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University (NYU) invites applications for a tenure track, Assistant Professor position in Modern Political Theory. Successful candidates for this position will present strong evidence of excellence in interdisciplinary teaching and research and will have the Ph.D. in hand by the start date of September 1, 2024.

The position is open as to subfield, area of expertise, geographical focus, and theoretical orientation. We are particularly interested in applicants who work in either or both of the following: the study of transnational or creolized political theory (political thought that has been transformed through its engagement with multiple places, traditions, or political histories); and political theory grounded in or emerging from within social movements or collective action.

The teaching load for this position is four courses per year (two in the fall and two in the spring). Additionally, faculty carry an advising load up to 20-25 students. Successful applicants will have evidence of an ongoing research program, teaching effectiveness, and commitment to increasing diversity and fostering inclusion in academia.

Founded in 1972, NYU Gallatin is a liberal arts college of 1,600 undergraduate students and 160 graduate students who are part of New York University. Its innovative B.A. and M.A. Programs in individualized study encourage students to develop an integrated, interdisciplinary program of study that combines courses taken in the various schools of NYU with independent studies, internships, and Gallatin’s own interdisciplinary seminars, writing courses, and arts workshops. The School emphasizes excellent teaching, top level faculty research, intensive student advising and mentoring, and a unique combination of program flexibility and academic rigor. To learn more about the Gallatin School, please visit our website at gallatin.nyu.edu .

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000.

Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

For questions, please contact Gallatin Human Resources at [email protected] .

Qualifications

A PhD in hand by the time of appointment is required; demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college or university level; and a strong record of research and writing.

Application Instructions

Please submit a cover letter, C.V., and a list of three references. Cover letters should address both the candidate’s teaching interests and experience and the candidate’s research interests and scholarly contributions. Applications submitted by November 3 will be guaranteed a full review. We will ask selected candidates for further material including a writing sample, a description of three dream courses, teaching and diversity statements, and reference letters. For questions, please contact Gallatin’s Office of Human Resources at [email protected] , or the chair of the search committee, Professor Jacob Remes, at [email protected] .

Application Process
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Description

The Gallatin School of Individualized Study at New York University (NYU) invites applications for a tenure track, Assistant Professor position in Modern Political Theory. Successful candidates for this position will present strong evidence of excellence in interdisciplinary teaching and research and will have the Ph.D. in hand by the start date of September 1, 2024.

The position is open as to subfield, area of expertise, geographical focus, and theoretical orientation. We are particularly interested in applicants who work in either or both of the following: the study of transnational or creolized political theory (political thought that has been transformed through its engagement with multiple places, traditions, or political histories); and political theory grounded in or emerging from within social movements or collective action.

The teaching load for this position is four courses per year (two in the fall and two in the spring). Additionally, faculty carry an advising load up to 20-25 students. Successful applicants will have evidence of an ongoing research program, teaching effectiveness, and commitment to increasing diversity and fostering inclusion in academia.

Founded in 1972, NYU Gallatin is a liberal arts college of 1,600 undergraduate students and 160 graduate students who are part of New York University. Its innovative B.A. and M.A. Programs in individualized study encourage students to develop an integrated, interdisciplinary program of study that combines courses taken in the various schools of NYU with independent studies, internships, and Gallatin’s own interdisciplinary seminars, writing courses, and arts workshops. The School emphasizes excellent teaching, top level faculty research, intensive student advising and mentoring, and a unique combination of program flexibility and academic rigor. To learn more about the Gallatin School, please visit our website at gallatin.nyu.edu .

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $70,000 to $110,000.

Review of applications will begin on November 3, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled.

For questions, please contact Gallatin Human Resources at [email protected] .