BCAS - Assistant Professor of Political Science - 530396

The University of AlabamaTuscaloosa, AL
Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Political Science at The University of Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in Comparative Politics. The position begins August 16, 2027. The successful candidate will possess a strong research agenda that applies rigorous methods to important theoretical questions, with a clear plan for peer-reviewed publication. Candidates with any theoretical or regional expertise are welcome. The role involves active participation in undergraduate teaching and the graduate program. The University of Alabama is a student-centered research university and the flagship campus of the University of Alabama System. The Political Science Department offers B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. degrees.

Requirements

  • Ph.D. in political science or a closely related field is required for appointment at the level of Assistant Professor.

Nice To Haves

  • Candidates with any theoretical or regional expertise are welcome.

Responsibilities

  • Play an active role in undergraduate teaching.
  • Play an active role in the graduate program.
  • Maintain a strong research agenda.
  • Apply rigorous methods to important theoretical questions.
  • Develop a clear plan for peer-reviewed publication.

Benefits

  • Tenure-track position

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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