Assistant Professor of Political Science

Description

The University of Chicago, Division of the Social Sciences, Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of assistant professor of American Politics for an initial 4 year renewable term. We welcome applications from the entire subfield of American politics. This is a full-time position with an expected start date on or after July 1, 2027.

The selected candidate will pursue their own research agenda, collaborate with faculty in the Department of Political Science and other areas of the Division of the Social Sciences and University, and teach in both the undergraduate and graduate curriculum. The teaching load for tenure-track positions is typically four courses per year on the quarter system. Additional responsibilities include advising at all levels of the program, and service on departmental and university committees.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Qualifications

All requirements for receipt of a PhD in a relevant field must be completed prior to the start of the appointment.

We seek applicants with an ambitious research agenda yielding active and innovative scholarship. Successful applicants will contribute to the scholarly community of the department and university. They will have the ability or potential to be an excellent teacher in the university's core curriculum, in introductory to advanced undergraduate courses in Political Science, and in graduate courses related to their area of expertise. We especially welcome applicants with a demonstrated strong commitment to teaching and advising.

Application Instructions

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago, Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications:

Applications must include a 1) cover letter, 2) CV, 3) teaching statement, 4) research statement, 5) one example of scholarly writing, and 6) at least three letters of recommendation.

Consideration of applications will begin thirty days after the position has been posted and continue until the position is filled or the search has ended.