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Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor – Political Science; and Academic Director of the Masters of Public Administration Program

The City College of New York's Political Science Department and Moynihan Center seek a dynamic, open‑rank (tenure‑track or tenured) professor who will also serve as the academic director of the College's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program.

• Teach classes in public policy, public law, and/or American politics.
• Provide curricular leadership, support faculty development, admissions oversight, and engage in external relations for the MPA program.
• Collaborate closely with the Program Director and Moynihan Center leadership on strategic planning and program growth.
• Receive two course releases per academic year as compensation for administrative duties.

• Ph.D. degree in Political Science or a related field from an accredited institution or equivalent.
• Demonstrated ability to teach successfully, a record of scholarship or professional achievement, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to institutional goals.
• Outstanding track record of academic research and teaching experience in the field of Public Policy or Public Administration.
• Experience and/or demonstrable potential in leading an academic program.

• Administrative experience in academic program leadership or equivalent professional experience in public service management.
• Demonstrated interest in fundraising and resource development.

• Assistant Professor: $90,838 – $102,017
• Associate Professor: $102,408 – $121,194
• Professor: $122,201 – $126,333
• Plus an additional $30,000 administrative supplement.
• Competitive benefits: health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs.

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  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Writing sample
• Finalists may be required to submit letters of recommendation.

Open until filled, with review of applications to begin October 22, 2025.

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