Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor of Political Science

Compensation:

$60,000 - $65,000

Department:

Political Science

Start Date:

08/06/2027

About this opportunity:

Contract faculty member will carry a 12-credit hour load of teaching/service responsibilities per semester which includes release time for serving as the university’s Pre-Law Advisor. Major focus is teaching undergraduate legal studies majors basic legal principles, professional skills, and substantive topics such as family law, legal research and writing, torts, criminal law and litigation, civil litigation, legal ethics, and administrative law.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Contract faculty member will carry a 12-credit hour load of teaching/service responsibilities per semester which includes release time for serving as the university’s Pre-Law Advisor. Major focus is teaching undergraduate legal studies majors basic legal principles, professional skills, and substantive topics such as family law, legal research and writing, torts, criminal law and litigation, civil litigation, legal ethics, and administrative law.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

• All requirements for Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school completed by date of appointment.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior teaching experience.
• Practical experience conducting legal research and drafting law related documents.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Indiana, or will be admitted by date of appointment.
• Experience with a law practice, legal technology, law review, and mock trial.

How to apply:

For inquiries, please contact: Darren Wheeler at dawheeler@bsu.edu

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below: NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume:

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Short writing sample

Optional:

• Evidence of teaching success
• Law school transcripts

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 12/2/26. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.

Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits.

Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Faculty and download our calculator spreadsheet.

Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

 

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.

Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation

• Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
• Access to the Ball State University Library
• One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
• Help desk for connecting to local resources
• Opportunity for board participation
• Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.