Assistant Teaching Professor - Legal Studies

The Department of Political Science invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, renewable Assistant Teaching Professor with a start date of August 2024. This is a non-tenure track position.
Information about Program and College 
The Department of Political Science is located within the College of Arts and Sciences. The College strives to foster and sustain an engaging culture of discovery, creativity, teaching, learning, and collaboration, enriched by a diversity of experiences and perspectives. We are especially interested in recruiting candidates who can contribute, through their teaching, scholarly/creative work, and/or service, to our efforts to meet the challenge of achieving inclusive excellence in our academic community. The College takes a cohort-based approach to faculty success, providing resources and support within the Dean’s Office and through collaboration with Arts and Sciences departments and schools, leadership teams in other colleges, and university-serving partners such as the Center for Faculty Excellence. Through these connections, we are developing comprehensive programming that supports the professional growth and advancement of faculty across all disciplines, ranks, and career stages. We value and practice shared governance and are committed to maintaining a vibrant and equitable working environment.
The Political Science department offers a baccalaureate degree (B.A.) in political science and a Master’s in Public Administration. Many of our majors pursue advanced degrees in law, public administration, business, and political science. We currently have 17 full time faculty members who teach and research in all areas of the discipline. Political Science has over 100 majors, and teaches courses taken by the approximately 150 prelaw students across campus. The Department seeks to increase the diversity of its faculty in order to better serve students and the community.
As a public university for the public good, Bowling Green State University is a comprehensive, high research university located in northwestern Ohio committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research, and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. Supporting student success and outcomes, more than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across all majors, with nearly 80% holding terminal degrees in their field. BGSU offers more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, 57 master’s programs and a significant number of certificate programs.
Guided by Forward, the BGSU strategic plan, the University’s research and creative activities have resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years. Committed to meeting workforce needs, BGSU is investing in in-demand academic programs. The University recently established a School of Nursing, School of Physical Therapy, School of Engineering, School of the Built Environment and School of Aviation. As a national leader in innovative partnerships, BGSU provides comprehensive and connected opportunities for its learning community in and out of the classroom. The University established the first-ofits-kind Resort and Attraction Management (RAAM) program in collaboration with Cedar Fair. BGSU also has strategic partnerships in advanced manufacturing, aviation, forensic science, and engineering fields.
For the fourth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 university in Ohio – public or private – for student experience.

Teach introductory and upper division undergraduate courses in both the Political Science and Legal Studies departments, such as Intro to Law, Judicial Process, Legal Environment of Business, and Legal Research and Writing.
Provide career and law school admission advising for pre-law students across the university.
Serve as faculty advisor for the undergraduate Law Society, a student organization.
Actively engage in department, college, or university service activities.

- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school. Specialization open.
- Experience teaching college classes in political science, law, or legal studies (minimum of four classes).
- Experience practicing law
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrable knowledge of current law school admissions processes (e.g., LSAT scores, personal statements)
- Baccalaureate degree in political science or related field (e.g., government)
- Experience advising or mentoring pre-law students

Application Materials Required 
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Names and contact information of three professional references
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., student evaluations of teaching, peer observation letters).
- Statement of teaching philosophy and sample syllabus or assignments that illustrate inclusive pedagogy or a student learning-focused course design. Syllabus and assignments may be from previous or proposed courses.
Unofficial transcripts of highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.
Finalists will be required to submit official transcripts.
BGSU policy requires finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.
Application Deadline 
Deadline to apply is January 15, 2024. 
Salary & Benefits 
Competitive and commensurate with candidate’s experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.
Further Information
For further information contact Dr. Melissa Miller ([email protected]), Search Committee Chair.

Bowling Green State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer . We are committed to a multicultural environment and strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Bowling Green State University, please call 419-372-8421 or email [email protected] .