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Endowed Bartlett Chair Professor/Associate Professor, Free Speech

LocationWaltham, Massachusetts
SetupOn-site
LevelSenior
Posted3w ago
Apply by2026-12-31
Education & Training

Quick answer

Bentley University is hiring an Endowed Bartlett Chair Professor/Associate Professor, Free Speech, to begin in Fall 2027, with a focus on teaching, research, and public engagement in free speech and related topics. The position is based in Waltham, Massachusetts, and is onsite. Compensation is not specified.

Role
Endowed Bartlett Chair Professor/Associate Professor, Free Speech
Organization
Bentley University
Location
Waltham, Massachusetts
Work setup
On-site
Level
Senior
Category
Education & Training
Apply by
2026-12-31

The role

Bentley University is seeking applications for the Bartlett Chair of Free Speech, an endowed position at the Associate or Full Professor level, to begin in Fall 2027. The role involves teaching, research, and engagement in public discourse on free speech and related topics.

What you'll do

  • Teach one course per semester
  • Develop a Free Speech Seminar
  • Maintain an active research agenda
  • Publish in scholarly journals and public-facing venues
  • Engage in public conversations about free speech
  • Collaborate with the Bartlett Chair of Free Enterprise

What it takes

  • PhD in History, Philosophy, Political Science, Law, or a closely related field
  • Distinguished record of research, teaching, and public engagement
  • Active and high-quality research agenda
  • Strength in interdisciplinary teaching and dialogue
  • Evidence of active and visible engagement in scholarly, professional, civic, or public conversations
  • Experience in public-facing scholarship, civic dialogue, media engagement, or leading campus and community conversations

What you'll bring

Strong commitment to free speech principlesDistinguished research recordActive teaching and interdisciplinary dialoguePublic engagement and media presenceLeadership in academic and public discourse

How we treat you

Substantial support for scholarship, professional engagement, and leadership of the Bartlett Initiative, including summer salary, chair stipend, and generous research and travel account.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in Waltham, Massachusetts.

What is the compensation?

Compensation is not specified.

What are the key qualifications required?

Key qualifications include a PhD in a relevant field, a distinguished research record, and active engagement in public discourse.

How do I apply?

Applicants should apply now and indicate they saw this position on Globaljobs.org.

Is the job remote?

The job is onsite.

How to apply

Apply directly on Bentley University's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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