NYU London is currently recruiting for a part-time lecturer to teach an undergraduate course in political theory in each semester, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027. Teaching commences in the Fall term (September - December 2026) and in the Spring term (January - May).

Course Descriptions:

Intro to Political Theory

What justifies the exercise of political power? How might we distinguish between legitimate and illegitimate political regimes? What types of political decisions should we leave in the hands of ordinary citizens? Under what circumstances might we resist our government? What limits should we place on the government? Should majorities rule over minorities? What alternatives might we have to a traditional state? This introductory-level course in political theory analyzes these questions through the close study of foundational texts, ancient and modern.

Advanced Modern Political Theory

This is an advanced undergraduate seminar in modern political thought.  It focuses on the social contract tradition and its critics.  It covers canonical works in social contract theory, critiques of those accounts, and contemporary uses of contract theory.

Teaching Information

Instructors are encouraged to use a variety of pedagogical techniques. This typically includes a combination of lecture- and discussion-based class sessions, as well as the use of student activities, such as debate exercises and flipped classroom environments.

In addition to required midterm and final exams, instructors may use a variety of assignments to assess student comprehension of the course material. These may include online weekly homework, writing assignments, short student presentations and in-class multiple-choice quizzes. Instructors may select the mix that is more appropriate to their teaching methodology.

Instructors should be prepared to teach in-person and simultaneously to be prepared for remote instruction should circumstances require it. NYU uses Zoom as its primary platform for remote instruction.

Expectation of Hours:

These are 4 credit courses. The semesters are 15 weeks long (14 weeks of teaching plus an exam week) and there are 2hrs 45 minutes of classroom instruction each week.

In addition to the time required for course preparation, classroom instruction, and marking, the instructor is required to hold a minimum of one set 60-minute "office hour" at NYU London per week, during which time she or he will be available to meet with students.

About NYU and NYU London:

Founded in 1831, New York University is the largest private university in the United States. The University has degree-granting campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai and operates 13 global academic centers and research programs in more than 25 countries. NYU London is an undergraduate study abroad program of exceptional quality with teaching strengths across the curriculum. Our UK faculty, drawn mainly from local universities, has an excellent record in teaching and research. Classes are held at the NYU London centre at 265 Strand. If you would like to learn more about our program please visit NYU London.

Applicants should have a PhD in a relevant field. It is expected that the post-holder will ideally have 2 to 3 years of experience teaching at the university level; experience teaching American undergraduates is helpful.

The successful candidate should have the right to live and work in the UK prior to appointment.

All candidates must submit the following: (1) a cover letter; and (2) a current C.V.
All applications must be made online through Interfolio ByCommittee at https://apply.interfolio.com/188551. If you are new to using Interfolio Faculty Search you may find the following guide useful: Job Applicant's Guide to Interfolio Faculty Search. 

Applications, in the form of a C.V. and covering letter, should arrive by 17 July 2026.

Competitive salary. Terms and conditions will be discussed with the successful applicant. The successful candidate should have the right to live and work in the UK prior to appointment.

NYU London is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from under-represented individuals in the profession, across color, creed, race, ethnic and national origin, physical ability, and gender and sexual identity. NYU London affirms the value of differing perspectives on the world as we strive to build the strongest possible university with the widest reach.

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