Job Summary: The Department of Political Science at Radford University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor with an emphasis on Law and Legal Studies, beginning in the fall of 2025. Candidates with any legal specialty are invited to apply; those with expertise in Public Administration, Public Policy, or Political Theory are particularly welcome. We seek a vibrant scholar who will add to the strengths of our department.The Assistant Professor will teach four classes per semester in consultation with the department chair based on student needs, faculty interest and expertise, and departmental strategic priorities. This faculty member will oversee and advise students in the Legal Studies minor and the Law Society student/alumni group and coordinate with the Criminal Justice Department on the award-winning Mock Trial program. The new member of the Radford faculty will be an excellent classroom instructor and active researcher.The faculty member’s job duties will include:
Teach courses in Political Science and Legal Studies as scheduled.
Conduct scholarly research in the appropriate field.
Advise and mentor undergraduate Political Science majors with a Legal Studies emphasis and Legal Studies Minors as well as the Law Society.
Undertake service at the department, college, and university levels.
Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,700 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom. The University offers 76 bachelor’s degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 28 master’s programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 18 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master’s certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men’s and women’s varsity athletics. With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,100 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service. Please visit the Radford University website at https://www.radford.edu for more information.Required Qualifications:
Expertise in Law.
Candidates are expected to be excellent classroom teachers.
An active research agenda in the faculty member’s specialty.
A Ph.D. or near completion in Political Science and/or a Juris Doctor degree.
Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to faculty with additional expertise in Public Administration, Public Policy, and/or Political Theory.Work Location: RadfordDepartment: Political Science, Dept of-11110Application Review Date: 12/02/2024
