"Associate or Full Professor of Political Science and International Affairs"

Job Details

Position Description Summary

Security studies:The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs and Department of Political Science invite applications for a full-time, tenured faculty position in security studies at the level of associate or full professor beginning as early as Fall 2026. We are seeking faculty with a strong track record of research, teaching, and policy engagement in the field of security studies, broadly defined. The position will be based in the Elliott School’s Institute for Security and Conflict Studies and affiliated with the M.A. program in Security Policy Studies. Successful candidates will be jointly appointed in the GW Political Science Department.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities would include courses for undergraduate and graduate students in the Elliott School and Political Science Department.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in political science or closely related field (such as government, politics, public policy, or international relations) with a primary focus on security. Applicants must have a strong publication record, an active research agenda, substantial teaching experience at the undergraduate and graduate levels, a track record of external funding, and a demonstrated record of engagement with the broader academic and policy communities.

Advertised Salary: Associate salary range: $150,000-$175,000; Full salary range: $225,000-$275,000.

Other Benefits: GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

Special Instructions To Applicants

Application procedure: Applicants should complete an online faculty application at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/122147 and upload a cover letter, CV, and 2-3 page research statement outlining past accomplishments and future research plans. Applicants selected for an interview will also be asked to submit three letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin on October 27, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.