Overview
Assistant Professor of Politics
FULLREG Professional
AVE MARIA, FL, US
The Department of Politics of Ave Maria University in Ave Maria, Florida invites applications for a full-time position in politics at the rank of assistant professor to begin Fall of 2025. Applicants who specialize in American government and public policy are strongly preferred. Competitive applicants will be gifted teachers and active in research and publishing. Applicants should also understand the nature and purpose of a Catholic liberal arts education and be familiar with and committed to the Catholic Church’s teaching on the mission of Catholic universities as expressed in Ex corde Ecclesiae. Duties include three undergraduate courses per semester, mentorship of undergraduates, and committee work. Ph.D. or the equivalent by August 2025 is expected. Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials.
The application dossier should include: (1) a letter of application; (2) a CV; (3) a writing sample of no more than 15 pages; (4) a brief statement discussing the applicant’s teaching method and providing evidence of excellence in teaching (official teaching evaluations should be submitted when available); (5) a 1-2 page personal statement in which the applicant explains the contribution he/she can make to a Catholic liberal arts institution that is committed to implementing Ex corde Ecclesiae.
Applicants should arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation supporting their application. These should be sent directly by the recommenders to Megan Hare, Academic Affairs Administrative Assistant: Megan.Hare@avemaria.edu. Only complete applications will be considered. Official transcripts are required for faculty appointments and will be requested upon the final decision of the administration and search committee.
Questions may be addressed to Seana McGuire, Chair of the Department of Politics: Seana.McGuire@avemaria.edu.
Review of applications will begin on April 1 and continue until the position is filled.
Ave Maria University provides an excellent benefit package to full time faculty and staff.
Ave Maria University is a Catholic, liberal arts institution of higher learning dedicated to the formation of joyful, intentional disciples of Jesus Christ through Word and Sacrament, scholarship and service.
Applications should be submitted on ADP; https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=70cb71c1-96f8-4956-8cce-ce625b0b2943&ccId=19000101_000001&type=JS&lang=en_US