Description: The Social Sciences Division, Department of Political Science at the University of Chicago invites applications for a tenured faculty appointment in American Politics at the rank of Professor. Candidates must have distinguished records of research accomplishment in the study of American political institutions. Applicants must also demonstrate their effectiveness in teaching and advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will also demonstrate their commitment to providing intellectual leadership to the Department and University community. This position will begin on or after July 1, 2026.This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Qualifications: Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD degree prior to the start of the appointment. Application Instructions Applicants must apply at the University of Chicago's Interfolio website at https://apply.interfolio.com/183202. Applications must include:a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, teaching statement, andresearch statement. Consideration of applications will begin on April 13, 2026 and continue until the position is filled or the search has ended.

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Chicago, IL

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Social Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary, All Other

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