Assistant Professor of Political Science, Tenure-Track, Fall 2027

The Department of Political Science in Wilkinson College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences at Chapman University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science with a primary focus on American politics. Successful candidates will also demonstrate the ability to teach courses on research methods. Employment will begin in August 2027.

Chapman University is a nationally-ranked R2 Carnegie Classified private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County one of Southern Californias most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapmans campuses are home to nearly 10000 students representing 50 states 4 territories and 76 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman offer 50 bachelors 29 masters and 8 doctoral programs along with nearly 75 minors and 19 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields including Nobel Prize recipients MacArthur Fellows National Medal of Science honorees former U.S. Supreme Court clerks and Emmy Grammy and Academy Award winners.

The Department of Political Science is committed to educating students to become effective democratic citizens both locally and globally. We provide a distinctive challenging and personalized learning environment anchored in critical thinking and student research. Through a variety of courses internships and other experiential learning opportunities students gain a theoretical and practical knowledge of politics. Students who graduate with a degree in Political Science will be well-equipped for graduate studies or careers in law government public policy government relations or the nonprofit sector.

The mission of Wilkinson College of Arts Humanities and Social Sciences is to foster rigorous inquiry among students through a curriculum grounded in the liberal arts that is scholarly creative interdisciplinary and experiential. The College plays an important and unique role in the educational journey of every Chapman student and aims to ensure that graduates are prepared to assume their responsibility as global citizens acting knowledgeably and providing compassionate leadership in our community and world. More information about Wilkinson College is available at develop and deliver high-quality courses in American politics as well as in research methods.