Boston College

Assistant Professor in American Public Law

Boston College$104K — $110K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Political Science or related field (must be completed by Summer 2027)
  • Expertise in American public law and courts
  • Strong teaching background, especially in constitutional law
  • Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate courses
  • Demonstrated research experience within the political and institutional context

Responsibilities

  • Teach undergraduate course on constitutional law
  • Offer additional courses on legal topics or American political thought
  • Engage in research and scholarship in American public law
  • Participate in departmental service and governance
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate students in their academic pursuits

Benefits

  • Tenure-track position with job security and progression
  • Opportunity to shape curriculum and coursework
  • Collaborative academic environment at a reputable institution
  • Access to faculty development resources
  • Engagement with a diverse student body
Full Job Description
Description

The Boston College Political Science Department seeks to hire an assistant professor for a full-time, tenure-track position in American public law starting in late August 2027. We are looking for someone with a deep knowledge of law and courts who studies these topics within the broader political and institutional context. The person who fills this position will be expected to teach at least one undergraduate course on constitutional law, but will be free to teach other courses on legal topics or on American political thought at the undergraduate or graduate level. We expect candidates to have their PhD in hand no later than the summer of 2027.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three confidential letters of recommendation, a writing sample, teaching evaluations, and graduate transcript to apply.interfolio.com/189250. Three confidential letters of recommendation should be uploaded to Interfolio by the individual letter writers. Applications must be received by October 1, 2026. We will not accept any applications by email nor by U.S.P.S.

The expected 9-month base salary range (paid over 12 months) for this position is $104,000-$110,000. The actual pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, candidate qualifications and prior experience, scope of responsibilities, internal equity, and market considerations.

About Boston College

Boston College is a private Jesuit research university that was founded in 1863. The university is located in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts and has a total undergraduate enrollment of approximately 9,300 students. Boston College offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs in a wide range of academic fields, including business, education, law, and theology. The university is known for its strong commitment to social justice and its emphasis on the liberal arts. Boston College is consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States.
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