"PROFESSOR - Griffith Chair"

Hiring Department

University of Missouri-Columbia
College of Arts and Science
Truman School of Government and Public Affairs

Job Description

The University of Missouri, Columbia is seeking a Hicks and Martha Griffiths Endowed Chair in American Politics. The position is a tenured/tenure track position focused on American Politics to begin the Fall Semester of 2026, although start date is flexible. This is a 9-month appointment with responsibilities in teaching, research, and service. The typical teaching load will be 3 courses per academic year.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

A PhD in Political Science or related field.

Candidate evaluation

Competitive applications will have a clear research agenda, strong theoretical orientation, excellent methodological skills, a record of publications in highly ranked journals and academic presses, evidence of effective teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and a history of engaged service within their current institutions, in the scholarly community, and in public outreach. Applications from scholars whose research has an emphasis on American Politics, broadly defined, are encouraged. Ideal candidates will have a successful track record of securing external funding. The endowed chair is expected to be filled at the Associate or Full Professor rank. In rare cases, exceptionally accomplished Assistant Professors whose work demonstrates extraordinary promise and impact will be considered.

Application Materials

Please apply online at: https://hr.missouri.edu/job-openings (Job Opening ID 58208). Use the online application and be prepared to upload your curriculum vitae, a cover letter, research statement, and writing samples. Please also provide evidence of effective teaching, as well as a teaching statement that describes your pedagogical goals/practices including information about your ability to teach and supervise undergraduate and graduate students. Please include the names of three references. Reference letters will be solicited by the Truman School prior to invitations to interview on campus. The letters are considered confidential and cannot be uploaded by the candidate during the application process.

Applicants may contact the Chair of the Search Committee, Jake Haselswerdt (haselswerdtj@missouri.edu) with any questions about the job duties. Contact Sonam Patel (sonam.patel@missouri.edu) for any questions about the application process. Review of applications will begin February 23rd, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

The Truman School of Government and Public Affairs offers a PhD in Political Science, a PhD in Public Affairs, a Master’s in Public Affairs, a Master’s in Defense and Strategic Studies, and BA in Political Science, and a BA in Public Administration and Policy. For more information see: https://truman.missouri.edu/

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits