Assistant Professor - PPES

Philadelphia, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Holy Family University

Holy Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth founded in 1954. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of a historic residential neighborhood in Northeast Philadelphia that is vibrant and just minutes from the excitement of Center City. The Newtown campus is located in Bucks County surrounded by nature and a step away from parks farmers markets and great dining.

One of the best parts of Holy Family University is our welcoming atmosphere--and thats not by chance. Our mission centers on creating an environment that encourages all members to get to know one another learn from one another and experience a range of perspectives and worldviews. Our community is strong because of this.

University Benefits

Holy Family University takes pride in offering a range of meaningful and flexible benefits designed to promote the health and wellness of our employees and their comprehensive benefits and resources focus on physical mental and financial wellness to include medical prescription dental and vision. We did not stop there; we also offer our employees the following fringe benefits and more.

Commuter Benefits: Transit and park benefits through pre-tax payroll deductions
403(b) Retirement: Discretionary match up to 5%; vested immediately
Time Off: Paid Holidays Sick Days and a week off for Winter Break
Tuition Benefits: Employees or dependents pursuing a first Undergraduate Degree receive 100% tuition remission; employees pursuing a first Masters or Doctoral degree receive 100% tuition remission; eligible dependents pursuing a first Masters or Doctoral degree receive 50% tuition discount.
Alpha House: 50% Discount for Nursery Pre-K and Kindergarten

Position Summary

The School of Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor position in our interdisciplinary Philosophy Political Science Economics and Sociology (PPES) program to begin August 2026. We are seeking candidates with expertise in Political Science or Sociology. Candidates with interdisciplinary teaching or research experience are especially encouraged to apply.

All employees must understand the mission of Catholic higher education and be committed to the core values mission goals and objectives of Holy Family University.

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching and be enthusiastic about engaging students in interdisciplinary approaches to contemporary issues in politics economics ethics and society. It is expected that the candidate will maintain active involvement in teaching scholarship and service.

Responsibilities

Teaching courses within the PPES program including core and advanced classes
Maintaining academic excellence in the classroom
Advising students in the PPES program
Sustaining an active research and scholarship agenda
Participating in university and school-wide committees initiatives and other service opportunities.

Education & Experience Requirements

Candidates must hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree in Political Science Sociology or a closely related field by the start date (ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by the start date)
Demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary education

Non-Discrimination Statement

Holy Family University seeks to foster a welcoming and a healthy educational and work environment based on respect the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University is dedicated to ensuring an environment free of discrimination or harassment of any kind and promotes equal opportunity in its employment and education.

For more details on our commitment to nondiscrimination click HERE

We invite qualified applicants to view our open positions and apply directly at our career center by submitting a cover letter curriculum vitae statement of teaching philosophy and research interest list of courses taught and complete graduate transcripts. Three letters of recommendation must be sent from the senders to the hiring manager at

About Holy Family UniversityHoly Family University is a sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth founded in 1954. The University is a private institution in the Catholic tradition with campus locations in Philadelphia and Newtown PA. The main campus is nestled in the heart of...