"Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor - Comparative Politics - (494806 )"

Department: Political Science
Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Department of Political Science at the University of Houston invites applications for an Assistant, Associate, and Full Professor position in Comparative Politics, starting in Fall 2026. We welcome applications from candidates from all subfields of Comparative Politics and are particularly interested in those whose research agendas enhance or complement the department’s existing strengths. Successful candidates should have strong methodological training, a commitment to high-quality graduate and undergraduate education, and a record of excellence in scholarly research and publication (commensurate with the rank for which they are applying). Successful candidates should be an ABD or have a Ph.D. in political science.

Review of applications will begin October 1 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should apply through the University’s online job portal: Prospective Faculty | Office of the Provost | University of Houston. The position number keyword is FAC 494806. Required application materials include a cover letter, CV, a writing sample, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. Listed references will be asked to provide letters of recommendation only for junior candidates.

Salary and rank commensurate with experience.

The University of Houston is a Carnegie Tier One public research university, offering over 250 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across disciplines. As the largest public research university in Houston and one of the largest in Texas, UH enrolls over 46,000 students. The university's main campus is located just minutes from central Houston.

The Department of Political Science is dedicated to delivering high-quality education to over 800 undergraduate majors and 75 graduate students. The Department capitalizes on the strengths of our city, a dynamic hub of international commerce and economic innovation, to offer our students and faculty unique opportunities for research and professional development.

As the fourth largest city in the United States, residents enjoy a wide range of experiences, from world-class dining and arts to exciting sports teams. The city offers affordable housing and has a low cost of living. Houston is also home to the Texas Medical Center—the world’s largest medical complex— as well as numerous energy and technology companies, and NASA's Johnson Space Center.

For further information please contact Professor Royce Carroll, Department of Political Science, University of Houston, at racarroll@central.uh.edu. Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

The University of Houston is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Official transcripts are required for a faculty appointment and will be requested upon selection of the final candidate.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. Individuals conducting research in critical infrastructure areas (i.e., communication infrastructure systems, cybersecurity systems, electric grid, hazardous waste treatment systems, and/or water treatment facilities) are subject to regular review to ensure the security and integrity of the research is maintained.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.