Assistant Teaching Professor in Political Science

The Department of Political Science in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Iowa State University is seeking a term faculty member at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor to teach in our Law Justice and Politics career path and help prepare and mentor pre-law students in the major.

Initial appointment length is three years starting August 16 2027. An earlier start date of January 1 2027 will also be considered. Renewal parameters are determined by performance and department need.

This position involvesa courseload of 6courses per year which translates to75%FTE. The successful candidate will be expected to teach threecourses in the fall and threecourses in the spring each year.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

• Masters degree or equivalent in political science or closely related disciplines

• Minimum of three years of higher education teaching experience in Law Justice and Politics or close related disciplines

• PhD in political science or closely related field.

• Demonstrated ability to teach classes in the Departments Law Justice and Politics track including US Constitutional Law.

• Demonstrated ability to prepare and mentor pre-law students for law school.

• Demonstrated ability to teach across American politics and political theory subfields.

• Evidence of teaching excellence.

The Department of Political Science has 19 Tenure-Track and Term faculty a vibrant MA program which serves over 20 students and an undergraduate major with over 200 majors.

To apply for this position please click on Apply and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:

1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae

2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter and Contact Information for Three References (uploaded as one pdf)

3) Teaching Statement

4) Sample syllabi (no more than 3)

5) Student Rating of Teaching scores for classes taught

For guaranteed consideration please apply before September 1 2026. Position is open until filled.

If you have questions regarding this application process please email or call or Toll Free: 1-.

Why Choose ISU

Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits including medical and dental; as well as:
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames Iowa)
Life insurance and long-term disability
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing program

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General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.