The Politics Department at Princeton University has an occasional curricular need for lecturers (part-time and/or full-time) to teach or co-teach, on campus, in areas such as American Politics, Comparative Politics, Formal Theory/Quantitative Methods, International Relations, and/or Political Theory, and accepts applications in advance in the event the occasion arises where such lecturers are needed. Such positions would require leading discussions, attending course lectures, being available for meetings with the course instructor(s), holding regular on-campus office hours, and grading student exams and papers. Any appointments are subject to enrollments and are expected to begin January 16, 2026, or September 1, 2026, with the potential for renewal depending on departmental need. Advanced degree required. To apply, please visit https://www.princeton.edu/acad-positions/position/40421. Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a statement of teaching interest. Applications will be reviewed based on curricular need, and the Department may not review all applications it receives. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No letters of recommendation are required at this time. You will be required to submit contact information for one reference, but your reference will not be contacted at this time.These positions are subject to the University's background check policy. The work location for these positions is in-person on campus at Princeton University.

Expected Salary Range: 81,700 - 86,000

The University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, work experience, education/training, key skills, market, collective bargaining agreements as applicable, and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The posted salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate for a full-time position; salaries for part-time positions are pro-rated accordingly.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. Please see this link for more information.

Requisition No: D-26-POL-00005

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