"American Politics Associate or Full Professor"

The Department of Political Science at Rice University, located in Houston, Texas, invites applications for one tenure-track position in American Politics to begin July 1, 2026. The appointment will be made at the rank of associate or full professor. Successful candidates will have a promising research agenda and strong analytical and empirical skills, and they should aspire to the highest standards of scholarship, professional activity, and commitment to graduate and undergraduate education. Job duties include conducting exceptional research, securing external funding, and teaching graduate courses in American Politics and undergraduate courses that serve students in Political Science and Social Policy Analysis; the position also requires service to the department, the university, and the field of Political Science. We are especially interested in candidates whose research and expertise are at the intersection of American politics and public policy. This includes, but is not limited to, areas like state and local government, courts, legislatures, bureaucracy, and the presidency. The new hire will collaborate with scholars across all departmental areas and with those conducting similar research in the School of Social Sciences.

Candidates must currently have a PhD in Political Science or related field. For full consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2025, but applications will be accepted until the search is closed. All applications should be submitted electronically via https://apply.interfolio.com/173568. In addition to the application, the following items must be uploaded: (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement including evidence of effectiveness, and (5) contact information for three references.

Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with commitment to diversity at all levels and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

Please send questions regarding this position to Ann Mikus (amikus@rice.edu).