Assistant Professor in Political Science
About The Position
The Department of Political Science at the University of Washington is hiring a tenure-track Assistant Professor in International Relations. The successful candidate will join the faculty on a full-time, nine-month academic appointment beginning September 16, 2027. The appointment is for a renewable three-year term. The search is open to all International Relations subfields and methodological approaches, with particular interest in applicants studying contemporary transnational issues such as climate change, health, migration, inequality, or human rights. The successful candidate will pursue a high-quality research agenda and teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses, as well as graduate seminars. University of Washington faculty are expected to engage in teaching, research, and service within a diverse and inclusive academic community.
Requirements
- Demonstrate a record of teaching and research related to International Relations.
- Hold a Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field, or foreign equivalent, by the appointment start date. Candidates awaiting conferral at the agreed-upon start date may be appointed on an acting basis.
Responsibilities
- Pursue a high-quality research agenda.
- Teach introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses.
- Teach graduate seminars.
- Engage in teaching, research, and service.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
