Job Summary
The Department of Political Science at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the area of the future of global inequalities, beginning in fall 2027. This thematic, cross-subfield position seeks a candidate whose research addresses inequality, broadly construed. We especially welcome applicants whose work engages topics such as technology, democracy and rights, Global South politics, Indigenous governance, climate and development, and the intersections of race, ethnicity, and gender in political life. A successful candidate will contribute to both undergraduate and graduate instruction and mentoring, have a strong methodological background, develop an innovative and externally fundable research agenda, and show willingness to collaborate with interdisciplinary initiatives and programs.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
CU Political Science department comprises roughly 30 full-time faculty, over 1,000 undergraduate majors, about 50 Ph.D. students, and three full-time staff members. We provide students with a rigorous education and conduct influential research in all subfields of the discipline.
For more information about our department, please visit our web site: https://www.colorado.edu/polisci/
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
40% teaching, 40% scholarly and creative work, and 20% leadership and service
What You Should Know
The Department of Political Science at the University of Colorado Boulder invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level in the area of the future of global inequalities, beginning in fall 2027. This thematic, cross-subfield position seeks a candidate whose research addresses inequality, broadly construed. We especially welcome applicants whose work engages topics such as technology, democracy and rights, Global South politics, Indigenous governance, climate and development, and the intersections of race, ethnicity, and gender in political life. A successful candidate will contribute to both undergraduate and graduate instruction and mentoring, have a strong methodological background, develop an innovative and externally fundable research agenda, and show willingness to collaborate with interdisciplinary initiatives and programs.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
CU Political Science department comprises roughly 30 full-time faculty, over 1,000 undergraduate majors, about 50 Ph.D. students, and three full-time staff members. We provide students with a rigorous education and conduct influential research in all subfields of the discipline.
For more information about our department, please visit our web site: https://www.colorado.edu/polisci/
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
40% teaching, 40% scholarly and creative work, and 20% leadership and service
What You Should Know
- Candidates being considered for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor rank must meet University standards and unit criteria for tenure and promotion to the designated rank. These criteria generally include having an established and ongoing program of original research, a strong publication record, a demonstrated ability to obtain external funding, and a record of high-quality teaching and mentoring.
