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The Department of Public and Community Service Studies (PSP) at Providence College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor position for the 2026-2027 academic year. The PSP Department offers an interdisciplinary major and minor that integrates community-engaged learning, research, and practice. The salary range for this position is $72,000-$79,000.
We seek a dynamic instructor who can teach our introductory course, Introduction to Civic and Community Engagement (PSP 101); Leadership through Community Organizing (PSP 303); and an additional upper-level course.
The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. (field open) from an accredited institution, demonstrate expertise in community organizing through research, teaching, or practice, and have experience teaching community-engaged courses.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, a current CV, a statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts, and references at the link below. Review of applications will begin on June 15, 2026, and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Complete details and submission of materials are available on the College website at: https://careers.providence.edu.
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