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Founded in 1819, Norwich University is the oldest private military college in the country and the birthplace of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC). Today we are a diversified academic institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees and professional certificates to adult learners online and to Corps and civilian lifestyle students on campus. Norwich faculty and staff challenge all of our students to push themselves academically, socially, and as leaders. Our graduates build upon their Norwich educations to launch or grow careers and make outsized contributions to their communities, the nation, and the world.

Norwich University is located in the beautiful Green Mountains of Vermont, only 20 minutes from the state capital, Montpelier, and three hours from Boston or Montreal. It is a private institution nestled in a rural setting with a campus size of 1,200 acres.

Our excellent benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, group life, and disability insurances, flexible-spending accounts for health and dependent care, a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match, an employee assistance program, paid time off, use of the University pool and fitness center, and tuition scholarships for eligible employees and their family members. Some employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program on their Federal Student Aid Direct Loan balance. For more information about our benefits, visit .

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The Department of History and Political Science invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position in Political Science beginning July 2026. The department seeks a teacher-scholar in American politics with a focus on U.S. political institutions.

Responsibilities include teaching seven undergraduate courses per year in a four-three teaching load. These include the introductory U.S. government survey, state and local government, research methods, courses on the U.S. Presidency and the Legislative Process, American Citizenship, and a senior capstone seminar in the candidate's area of expertise. The department values innovative and inclusive teaching that supports a diverse student body. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching, mentorship, and professional development of students is essential.

Candidates should demonstrate an active research agenda, promise of scholarly productivity, and a commitment to service to the department, College of Arts and Sciences, and the University.

Requirements:

Preferred qualifications include a doctoral degree in Political Science by the start date and documented success and experience teaching Political Science courses at the college level. Candidates who are ABD may also be considered.

Additional Information:

Norwich University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing a positive education and work environment that recognizes and respects the dignity of all students, faculty and staff. Reasonable accommodations will be made for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at nuhr@norwich.edu for assistance.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship, including but not limited to non-immigrant visas such as H1B, STEM, or F1, now or in the future. A post offer, pre-employment background check will be required of the successful candidate.

Application Instructions:

Please provide a cover letter, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, 3 letters of recommendation, and Norwich application.

Review of applications will begin on January 19.

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