Assistant Professor of Political Science

Description

The Brown University Department of Political Science invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, to begin July 1, 2027, whose research focuses on American Political Institutions, broadly conceived. We seek candidates whose research has the potential to make creative and influential contributions to the scholarly literature in the field, and we have a preference for candidates who have the ability to teach quantitative methods at the graduate level. All candidates should submit: (1) a cover letter describing research completed and planned; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a research statement; (4) a writing sample; (5) a teaching portfolio with a teaching statement and teaching evaluations; (6) an official transcript; and (7) 3 letters of recommendation via

Candidates should address in their statements how their work would contribute to the research and teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community.

Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2026; but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The anticipated position start date is July 1, 2027.

Please apply here:

Qualifications

a. PhD in political science by the position start date

b. Excellent written, verbal communication, and quantitative methodological skills

c. Demonstrated track-record of excellent scholarship in American Institutions

Application Instructions

Please provide:

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Research statement
• Writing sample
• Teaching portfolio with a teaching statement and teaching evaluations
• Official Transcript
• Three confidential letters of recommendation