Assistant Professor; Political Science

Assistant Professor (Political Science)

United States Naval Academy – Position description

The Political Science Department invites applications for a tenure‑track position in international relations with an anticipated start in summer 2026. Candidates should have a solid commitment to undergraduate teaching and to producing high‑quality peer‑reviewed research.

International relations scholars with expertise in security studies, great power competition, and/or conflict processes are particularly encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants may expect to teach three sections each semester with small class sizes (typically 16–20 students), and a total of two to four course preparations per year. Opportunities exist for research and summer salary support from within the institution.

• Teach undergraduate courses in international relations at the introductory and advanced levels.
• Conduct and publish high‑quality, peer‑reviewed scholarly research and present at academic conferences.
• Serve as a mentor to students.
• Perform rank‑appropriate service activities for the Department, School, and Institution.

This is an onsite, 10‑month compensation model, excepted service federal faculty position with a 3‑year renewable appointment, a highly competitive salary, and full federal benefits.

• Pay Band: AD‑01 – AD‑03 (dependent on degree standing at time of start date)
• Approximate Starting Salary: $86,000 – $98,000 (based on 10‑month compensation model)
• Final Salary will be determined based on experience and qualifications of the selected candidate.

• A doctorate in political science or a closely related field from an accredited institution (anticipated completion of degree no later than June 2026 is acceptable).

• Teaching and research expertise in security studies, great power competition, and/or conflict processes.
• A commitment to undergraduate education, and evidence of teaching effectiveness at the undergraduate level.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct research that results in peer‑reviewed publications.
• Ability to mentor active‑duty students.
• Excellent communication skills.

• Teaching demonstration.
• Presentation of the candidate’s research and scholarship program.
• On‑campus interviews.
• Executive‑level interview.

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