Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Public Policy
Listed on 2026-10-11
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Education / Teaching
University Professor
Job Requisition:
JR102121 Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Public Policy (Open)
Job PostingTitle:
Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Public Policy
Department:CC00135 WM001 | CAS | Public Policy Dept
Job Family:Faculty
- Non-Tenure Track (12 months)
Fixed Term (requires end date - benefited) (Fixed Term)
JobRequisition Primary
Location:
Chancellors Hall
Primary Job PostingLocation:
Posting Location
- William & Mary
Summary:
The Public Policy Program at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for an 18 month, non-tenure track Visiting Teaching Faculty position that will begin January 10, 2027. We seek an individual with expertise in public policy to teach classes for the undergraduate public policy major (B.A. Public Policy) and for the Master’s in Public Policy (MPP) program.
Exceptional candidates will have experience teaching introductory courses in public policy for undergraduates as well as upper-level courses that align with the candidate’s interests. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load.
Required Qualifications:
A Ph.D. degree (or appropriate terminal degree) in Public Policy, Economics, Government/Political Science, Law or a related field or the equivalent (master’s degree and five years working experience in public policy) is required at the time appointment begins (January 10, 2027).
Applicants must have completed 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline in which they will teach.
Ability to teach introductory courses in public policy for undergraduates.
Ability to teach upper-level courses that align with the candidate’s interests.
Previous teaching experience in introductory courses in public policy for undergraduates.
Previous experience teaching upper-level courses.
This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation.
This is a restricted position, subject to the term in which it is assigned and hired.
Applicants are encouraged to reflect on teaching and mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and success of all learners/scholars in Public Policy in any of the aforementioned required documents.
Benefits:William & Mary offers our full-time employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).?type=none
Job Description:
Job Profile:
JP0387 - Instructor (12 months) NTE
- Exempt
- Salary - S99
Compensation Grade:
S99
RecruitingStart Date:Position Restrictions:
Restricted Term
Information on the degree programs in the Public Policy Program may be found at https://.
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