Department: Political Science

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Description:

The Department of Political Science at the University of Houston invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor faculty position in Comparative Politics, starting in Fall 2025. 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).

Review of applications will begin October 15, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should apply through the University’s online job portal: https://uh.edu/provost/faculty/faculty-resources/prospective-faculty/. The position number keyword is FAC003536. 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.

For further information please contact Professor Eduardo Alemán, Department of Political Science, University of Houston, at ealeman2@uh.edu.

The University of Houston is a Carnegie Tier One public research university, offering over 250 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across diverse 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 demographic 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, Houston boasts a vibrant and diverse cultural landscape, enriched by a mix of international communities. Residents enjoy a wide range of cultural 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.

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

Qualifications
PhD in Political Science

Required Attachments by Candidate
Unofficial Transcripts, Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Writing Samples

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