Current Job Postings

The Department of Political Science at the University of Michigan is conducting an Assistant Professor search.

The full job posting can be found below and at: https://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/235272/asst-professor

How to Apply

All applications must be submitted electronically to https://apply.interfolio.com/126053

Applicants should include the following application materials in PDF format: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a concise statement describing current and future plans for research, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence (if any), writing samples, graduate transcripts, and a statement of activities contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia. Applications should also submit three letters of recommendation.

Summary

The University of Michigan’s Department of Political Science invites applications from outstanding candidates for a tenure track position for a scholar who combines advanced skills in Methods of Causal Inference, Big Data, Computational Social Science, Data Science, and/or Field Experiments, open with respect to substantive interest; the department has specific interests in international political economy, comparative developing countries, and political behavior in race and ethnic politics.

This position is at the assistant professor rank and is a university year appointment. It is anticipated to begin August 26, 2024. Promise of excellence in research and teaching is required.

Application Instructions

Applicants should include the following application materials in PDF format: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a concise statement describing current and future plans for research, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence (if any), writing samples, graduate transcripts, and a statement of activities contributing to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia. Applications should also submit three letters of recommendation. Information on our research initiatives and scholarly interests of current faculty can be found on the Department’s website: https://lsa.umich.edu/polisci. 

For full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by August 31, 2023.

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act and offers for this appointment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening.

The University of Michigan is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse work culture that respects the rights of each individual, without regard to race, color, national original, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, height, weight, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.