Position Description
The Department of Government seeks to appoint a tenured professor in Political Theory. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2027. The professor will teach and advise at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Basic Qualifications
Candidates are required to have a doctorate.
Additional Qualifications
We will consider candidates who are top-tier scholars, teachers, and engaged members of their academic institutions, including research institutes, and whose scholarship and teaching significantly expands the traditional academic discourse on political theory. Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching, advising, and research is essential. Candidates should also have demonstrated intellectual leadership and impact on the field and potential for significant contributions to the department, University, and wider scholarly and intellectual community.
Special Instructions
Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal (https://academicpositions.harvard.edu). Candidates are encouraged to apply by August 10, 2026. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.
- Curriculum Vitae
- Authorization form
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