Teaching Assistant Professor or Instructor Emphasis in Public Law

About the Job

The Department of Political Science at the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) seeks a full‑time, non‑tenure‑track teaching assistant professor or an instructor with an emphasis in Public Law for a one‑year position. The appointment is primarily in‑person with a possibility of renewal if instructional need persists. The successful candidate will have a 4-3 course load: two courses in Constitutional Law, one introductory research methods course for undergraduates, and additional introductory courses in Political Theory and/or American Government.

An asynchronous online section of American Government may also be offered. Other upper‑level courses may be in public law or in a subfield of the candidate’s preference. Applicants must possess a Ph.D. in political science or a related field. The appointment begins on August 18, 2026, and applications are accepted starting March 30, 2026.

Required qualifications:

• MA or MS in Political Science or related field

Preferred qualifications:

• Ph.D. or J.D. in Political Science or related field
• Two years of teaching at the collegiate level
• Evidence of strong written communication skills and the ability to work with diverse groups

The Department of Political Science is part of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) and offers majors and minors in political science and international studies, as well as a minor in social analytics.

Pay Range:

• Instructor: $44,156–$49,856 per year (depending on education/qualifications/experience)
• Teaching Assistant Professor: $49,892.25–$66,523 per year (depending on education/qualifications/experience)

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Benefits:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree‑seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low‑cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Health‑care and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. Click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume or CV. Additional documents may be uploaded later through your “My Job Applications” page in the “My Cover Letters and Attachments” section.

Complete applications must include:

• Letter of application
• Current Curriculum Vitae/resume
• Contact information for three professional references

This position will remain open until filled.

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The University of Minnesota, Duluth consistently ranks among the top Midwestern and regional universities in U.S. News and World Report’s “America’s Best Colleges” issue. Overlooking Lake Superior, UMD offers a personalized learning experience on a medium‑sized campus with a firm liberal arts foundation and a variety of traditional, professional, and graduate programs.

UMD has been recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America’s Best Employers in 2015, 2018, 2019, 2023, Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Graduates (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).