Lecturer in Political Science (Judicial Politics/Constitutional Law)

Working Title : Lecturer in Political Science (Judicial Politics / Constitutional Law) Appointment Type : Full Time Purpose of Position : The Department of Political Science at Christopher Newport University invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Political Science, effective Fall 2025. Applicants must be committed to undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and research with undergraduates. The successful candidate will have broad theoretical and methodological training in political science with a teaching and research emphasis in American judicial politics and constitutional law. In addition to offering upper-level courses in their area of specialization, the successful candidate’s teaching responsibilities will include an introductory course in American politics, and upper-level courses on U.S. Constitutional law, civil rights, the judicial process, and the Supreme Court. Opportunities are available to collaborate with interdisciplinary programs in National Security Studies, Health Sciences, Education, Pre-Law, and Criminology, among others. The nominal teaching load for restricted appointments is 4-4. The Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field is required for appointment at the rank of Lecturer. ABD candidates who will not hold the Ph.D. by the time of appointment may be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor. Phi Beta Kappa membership is highly desirable. Departmental Information : The Department of Political Science is composed of 11 full-time faculty who seek to provide students an outstanding liberal arts education. The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, with majors in political science and international affairs, and minors in political science, human rights and conflict resolution, and US National Security Studies. Department faculty are dedicated teacher-scholars who emphasize high-quality classroom instruction informed by their research and professional activities. Faculty are also committed to providing students a variety of extra-curricular opportunities to add breadth and depth to the classroom experience, including involving students in faculty research projects, hosting speakers on campus, and operating three academic centers : the Center for American Studies, the Wason Center for Civic Leadership, and the Reiff Center for Human Rights and Conflict Resolution. Candidates wishing to know more about the department and its academic programs are invited to visit the department’s [website](https : / / cnu.edu / academics / departments / politicalscience / ). CNU Information : Christopher Newport University is anchored in excellence, and that is reflected in our ranking as the 1 regional public university in Virginia and 3 among regional public universities in the South. We are an inclusive and kind community, founded on our shared values of honor, scholarship, service and leadership. We offer an outstanding liberal arts education provided by dedicated, gifted teacher-scholars who are supported by a compassionate team of faculty and staff. Our 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students pursue more than 90 areas of study, as they live and learn on a largely residential campus. CNU’s on-campus performing and visual arts centers offer Broadway shows, world-class performances, engaging exhibitions, transformative lectures and classes, and more. Our athletics program is the winningest at any level in Virginia. Christopher Newport University is in the heart of Newport News, a vibrant city with breathtaking scenery and unique experiences. The city and region offer affordable neighborhoods, local and name-brand shops, diverse dining options, local parks and water access, and fun recreational opportunities. Whatever your interests and goals, you belong at CNU For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit [cnu.edu](http : / / www.cnu.edu / ). Posting Number : F242P Posting Date : 01 / 21 / 2025 Review Begin Date : 03 / 02 / 2025 Application Instructions : To apply, please visit [https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / ](https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / ) to upload a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), statement of teaching philosophy, a one-page statement articulating how your teaching, scholarship and service would contribute toward fostering an inclusive learning environment on campus, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation. (Letters should be uploaded with application materials or emailed to [facultyrecruitmentcnu.edu](mailto : facultyrecruitmentcnu.edu)). This position will be posted until filled, however for priority consideration, please apply by March 2, 2025. Search finalists are required to complete a CNU sponsored background check. Christopher Newport University (CNU) will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and / or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145. Quick Link for Internal Postings : [https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / 18649](https : / / jobs.cnu.edu / postings / 18649) EEO / Diversity Statement(s) : Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully Committed to Access and Opportunity. [Notice of Non-Discrimination & Title IX Policy Statement](https : / / cnu.edu / titleixeo / _pdf / cnu-notice_of_nondiscrimination_and_titleix_policy_statement.pdf)