Assistant Professor of Government

2 weeks ago

Northampton, Massachusetts, United States Smith College Full time $110,000 - $140,000 per year

The Department of Government at Smith College invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, to begin July 1, 2026. By time of appointment applicants must have a Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely-related discipline that includes significant training in political science. The position has a teaching load of 2:2 – i.e., four semester-long courses over the academic year. The candidate will also be expected to contribute to student learning beyond regular classes through directing student research and Honors theses, offering independent studies, and helping with department administrative, curricular and advising responsibilities. We expect the new faculty member to also participate in Smith's interdisciplinary program in Latin American and Latino/a Studies. 

Candidates for the position should have a focus on Latin American politics in their research and teaching. We encourage applications from scholars using a range of methodological approaches and focusing on a variety of topics and themes pertaining to their regional specialization. We anticipate that a successful candidate for this position will also be prepared to teach Introduction to Comparative Politics as well as upper-division courses relating to their specific area(s) of expertise.

Candidates from groups underrepresented in political science are encouraged to apply. Successful candidates should be prepared to engage actively with diverse students across the liberal arts. 

In addition to a competitive benefits package, pay for newly-hired assistant professors with a terminal degree beginning the first year of the tenure clock in Fall 2026 is typically between $92,000-96,000. Salary decisions are dependent on several factors, including but not limited to teaching and work experience beyond the terminal degree, as well as market, disciplinary, and internal peer equity factors.

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women's college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts.  A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here.  The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Government may be found at

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty.  The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

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