Assistant Teaching Professor, Political Science

The University of Montana, Department of Political Science, within the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, invites applications for a non-tenure track Assistant Teaching Professor of Public Law, or Law and Politics to begin August 2027.

Responsibilities

Teach, mentor, and advise at the undergraduate and graduate levels Supervise graduate theses and professional papers Engage in student group advising, community talks and civic discourse offerings Serve as a member on university committees Teaching expectations include: introductory course in American government, and offerings on such topics as courts and judicial politics, the Supreme Court, comparative legal institutions/legal systems, and constitutional law at all levels (introductory, advanced/upper division undergraduate, and graduate).

About the College of Humanities and Social Sciences and Department of Political Science College of Humanities and Social Sciences Department of Political Science About the University of Montana UM is the fastest growing flagship university in Montana with over 11,000 students and is a national leader in access, especially for first-generation and low-income students.

Our mission is inclusive prosperity and to transform lives by providing a high-quality and accessible education and by generating world-class research and creative scholarship in an exceptional place. We integrate the liberal arts and sciences into undergraduate, graduate and professional studies to shape global citizens who are creative and agile learners committed to expanding the boundaries of knowledge and to building and sustaining diverse communities.

The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

About Missoula and Montana Destination Missoula Visit Montana Position Details Non-Tenurable Faculty: Department of Political Science Title: Assistant Teaching Professor Schedule: Full time, academic year Salary: $65,000- $70,000 (salary is dependent on qualifications and experience) Benefits: Medical Insurance, Mandatory Retirement Contribution, Professional Development, Partial Tuition Waiver, Wellness Program Primary Duties: Primary duties include teaching, scholarship, and service

A PhD in Political Science Demonstrated expertise in public law, or law and politics Experience and evidence of effective teaching and mentoring of undergraduate students Preferred Qualifications: An active research agenda as demonstrated by conference presentations, or publications

Priority Application Date: November 08, 2026 09:59pm mountain time Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. Required Application Materials: Letter of Interest addressing your qualifications and experience Detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV) Three (3) professional references: names and contact information