Assistant Professor - Comparative Politics

The University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

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About The Position

The Department of Government at The University of Texas at Austin invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Comparative Politics. The search is open to scholars working in Africa and Asia, with particular preference for those working in South Asia. The position includes undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, and service to the Department, the College of Liberal Arts, and the University. Teaching duties include the Core Curriculum, particularly “World Politics and Cultures” and/or “Principles of American Politics.” The department is a large and collegial political science community, with nearly 60 faculty and a commitment to diverse theoretical and methodological approaches.

Requirements

• Must have completed all requirements for the Ph.D. by the time of appointment, or expect to obtain the Ph.D. within a year of joining the faculty as Instructor.

Nice To Haves

• A strong record of research.
• A trajectory that shows or promises teaching excellence.
• Scholarly work on South Asia is particularly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses.
• Conduct research.
• Provide service to the Department, the College of Liberal Arts, and the University.
• Teach in the Core Curriculum, particularly “World Politics and Cultures” and/or “Principles of American Politics.”

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree