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2026-27 Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science

The Department of Political Science invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor of Political Science. We seek candidates with a specialization in comparative or international politics, with a preference for candidates who have area expertise in European or Asian politics, analytical expertise in political institutions (international or domestic), and the ability to teach U.S. foreign policy. This position is a full time, nine month, on-campus, benefits-eligible position. Benefits include health care plan and access to tuition programs for employees and dependents. The start date for this position is August 15, 2026 with an end date of May 15, 2027.

Responsibilities: The teaching load for this position is 8 courses, 4 in each semester. In some cases, more than one iteration of a specific course might be offered as part of the 8-course requirement.

Qualifications: The successful candidate should have a Masters degree (required) or a Ph.D degree (preferred) in Political Science, and a strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate education. Preference will be given to candidates with prior teaching experience at the university level. 

 Compensation and Benefits:

  • Nine-month appointment
  • Salary Range: 62-65K , and based on experience
  • The final candidate will pass a pre-employment background investigation.   
  • An overview of Employee Benefits is available online.

About IWU:  Founded in 1850, Illinois Wesleyan University is a nationally ranked, small, private undergraduate liberal arts university with highly selective admission criteria and a tradition of teaching excellence emphasizing the integration of the liberal arts and professional education. We are located in Bloomington, IL, a metro area of about 200,000 people, which is a two to three hour drive from Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. We are strongly committed to fostering an environment that values varied perspectives and backgrounds.

Application Information:  please email the following application materials to: search chair William Munro (wmunro@iwu.edu) or administrative specialist Amy Aldeman (aaldeman@iwu.edu): 

  • Cover letter addressing qualifications for the position
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • A statement about the research or scholarly work that you are pursuing
  • A statement outlining your teaching philosophy, including a description of your understanding of inclusion and how your experiences have prepared you to contribute to the IWU commitment of building a diverse and inclusive environment
  • Three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin immediately with a first priority review date of Friday March 13, and will remain open until filled. The final candidate will need to pass a pre-employment background investigation. 

Illinois Wesleyan University is committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse, inclusive, and civil community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. We seek candidates who have a demonstrated commitment to supporting and further building our community in these dimensions. Illinois Wesleyan University is an EEO Employer.  Illinois Wesleyan University’s sexual misconduct policy may be accessed at https://www.iwu.edu/title-ix/sexual-misconduct-policy.html.  Illinois Wesleyan University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusive excellence; details at www.iwu.edu/diversity.

Questions may be directed to William Munro, Professor and Chair of Political Science (wmunro@iwu.edu)