Teaching Post Doctoral Instructor, Political Science

The Department of Political Science, Law and International Studies invites applications for a one (1) year teaching post-doctoral fellow beginning in the fall semester of 2026. We are currently seeking candidates with scholarly and teaching interests at the nexus of law and politics. Ideally, the candidate's work will focus on contemporary questions associated with civil rights and liberties, constitutional law, and justice.

Faculty in the Department of Political Science, Law and International Studies have diverse research interests, place a high emphasis on quality teaching, and share a strong commitment to promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. For more information about Pacific's Political Science, Law and International Studies department, visit: Department of Political Science, Law & International Studies | University of the Pacific.

The post-doctoral fellow will be required to teach five (5) courses over the academic year including (but not limited to) Constitutional Law, Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties, Criminal Law, and Introduction to Law and Politics in the American Political System. Qualified candidates should have demonstrated experience working with a diverse community of learners.

A Ph.D. in Political Science is required by the time of the appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience and includes the option of receiving additional compensation for summer teaching. This position includes generous health, dental, and vision benefits, as well as research and conference travel support during the academic year.

Application review will begin on March 20, 2026 and will continue until the position has been filled. Please apply through people admin and include the following as attachments: 1) letter of interest; 2) CV; 3) writing sample; 4) teaching statement, including a list of preferred courses; 5) up to two sample syllabi and related course materials including teaching evaluations; and 6) names and contact information for three references.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

The physical demands described here are representative but not denitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work is performed during standard hours. Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines.

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Review of applications will begin on March 20, 2026 and continue until the position is lled.

For further information, please contact: Dari Tran, Department of Political Science at dtran1@pacific.edu.

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