Assistant Professor in Political Science

@ Brown University
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Assistant Professor in Political Science

Providence, RI
Posted 1 week ago

About the job

Brown University’s Department of Political Science invites applications for an Assistant Professor role focusing on American Political Institutions, with emphasis on research and teaching in the field, including quantitative methods. Candidates should contribute to our diverse, inclusive community. Review begins Sept 15, 2026.

Requirements

  • Research in American Political Institutions
  • Ability to teach graduate quantitative methods
  • Strong research and teaching statements
  • Complete application materials

Qualifications

  • Ph.D
  • or equivalent
  • Research potential in political science
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Full job description

The Brown University Department of Political Science invites applications for an Assistant Professor position, to begin July 1, 2027, whose research focuses on American Political Institutions, broadly conceived. We seek candidates whose research has the potential to make creative and influential contributions to the scholarly literature in the field, and we have a preference for candidates who have the ability to teach quantitative methods at the graduate level. All candidates should submit: (1) a cover letter describing research completed and planned; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a research statement; (4) a writing sample; (5) a teaching portfolio with a teaching statement and teaching evaluations; (6) an official transcript; and (7) 3 letters of recommendation via .

Candidates should address in their statements how their work would contribute to the research and teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community.

Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2026; but applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The anticipated position start date is July 1, 2027.

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