Assistant Professor of Politics

The Department of Politics at the University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position for a scholar who studies Security, Political Economy, and/or International Organizations. The successful candidate will join a vibrant community of roughly 35 tenure line faculty members and a PhD program with students across all of the discipline's subfields.

Application review will begin September 30, 2024 and the position will remain open until filled. The appointment begins with the fall semester of 2025. Applicants must have received their PhD by time of appointment.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in political science by the time of the appointment. Candidates should have an active research agenda, a strong interest in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, and a willingness to contribute to the scholarly life of the Department of Politics.

Application Instructions

Apply at apply.interfolio.com/152796

All applications must include:

1. A cover letter addressing the candidate’s past and future research, as well as their teaching experience and interests, including how their skills and experiences could advance the University’s ambition to cultivate the most vibrant community in higher education in order to prepare students to be leaders in a diverse and globally connected world

2. Current curriculum vitae

3. Research statement (not to exceed three single-spaced pages)

4. Teaching philosophy (not to exceed one single-spaced page)

5. One article-length writing sample

6. Three letters of recommendation

**Applications that do not contain all the required documents will not receive full consideration.**

Questions about this position should be directed to Department Chair Jennifer Lawless at jll9jx@virginia.edu.

The University will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment.

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The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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