Faculty.Professor.Assistant - Full-Time
About The Position
The Department of Political Science at the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for an assistant professor in Comparative Politics who works in the areas of gender, political representation, and political institutions with a geographic focus on Europe. Responsibilities include the following: 2-2 (combination of undergraduate and graduate courses), research and publishing following Departmental criteria for tenure and promotion (https://www.polisci.pitt.edu/sites/default/files/PSTenureGuidelines_April24.pdf), and service responsibilities to the Department as needed. Applicants are required to have or expect to have a Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field before the appointment begins. Applications should include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research and teaching interests, two or three writing samples, teaching evaluations, and a minimum of three letters of reference. References should send their letters directly to [email protected]. The deadline for the application is March 7, 2026. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field (or expected to have before the appointment begins)
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of research and teaching interests
- Two or three writing samples
- Teaching evaluations
- Minimum of three letters of reference
Responsibilities
- Teach 2-2 (combination of undergraduate and graduate courses)
- Research and publishing following Departmental criteria for tenure and promotion
- Service responsibilities to the Department as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
