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Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor u2013 Political Science; and Academic Director of the Masters of Public Administration Program FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Position Details The City College of New York's Political Science Department and Moynihan Center seek a dynamic, open-rank (tenure-track or tenured) professor who will also serve as the academic director of the College's Master of Public Administration (MPA) program. City College's MPA program currently has an enrollment of approximately 40 students, a dedicated Program Director who manages day-to-day operations, and a faculty pool of 12 professors. The Academic Director will provide academic leadership and strategic vision for program expansion, working collaboratively with the Program Director and integrating with broader Moynihan Center programming initiatives. Reflecting City College's history and student population, the MPA program promotes social mobility and academic excellence in public administration, embodying the Colin Powell School's mission of u201clifting leaders, shifting power, and transforming society.u201d A demonstrable commitment to this mission and to serving the working people of New York City interested in public service careers is essential. As Professor in CCNYu2019s Political Science Department, the successful candidate will teach classes in public policy, public law, and/or American politics. In their role as Academic Director of the MPA program, the candidate will provide curricular leadership, support faculty development, admissions oversight and engage in external relations. They will collaborate closely with the Program Director and Moynihan Center leadership on strategic planning and program growth. The Academic Director will also receive two course releases per academic year as compensation for administrative duties. QUALIFICATIONS For Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor: Ph.D. degreein Political Science or a related field from an accredited institution or equivalent. Must demonstrate the ability to teach successfully, have a record of scholarship or professional achievement, and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to institutional goals. Experience :An outstanding track record of academic research and teaching experience in the field of Public Policy or Public Administration is required, but candidates also need to have experience and/or demonstrable potential in leading an academic program. Preferred Qualifications Administrative experience in academic program leadership or equivalent professional experience in public service management is preferred. Demonstrated interest in fundraising and resource development is highly valued. COMPENSATION Assistant Professor: $90,838 - $102,017 Associate Professor: $102,408 - $121,194 Professor: $122,201 - $126,333 Plus an additional $30,000 administrative supplement. CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development. HOW TO APPLY Only applications submitted through CUNYfirst will be considered for this position. If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYfirst, please click on

Created: 2025-10-06