Comparative Politics, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science Stanford University University Tenure Line Opening at: Jul 6 2026 - 9:00am PDT Closing at: Jun 14 2027 - 11:55pm PDT Comparative Politics, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science The Department of Political Science at Stanford University is seeking applications for an open rank, tenure line position in Comparative Politics. Applicants must
have demonstrated the ability to maintain a world-class research program and a commitment to effective teaching and mentoring. The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2027. Candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions. Candidates for an untenured position at the rank of assistant professor must have a PhD or be enrolled in a PhD program or equivalent international degree-granting
program at the time of application, with expected degree completion by date of appointment as an assistant professor. Candidates should demonstrate evidence of a creative research trajectory and a commitment to excellence in teaching at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Untenured applicants should send a cover letter, CV (including a publication list), a research and teaching statement (no more than three
single-spaced pages), teaching evaluations, Ph.D. program transcripts, and a writing sample along with three professional letters of recommendation. Candidates for a tenured position at the rank of associate or full professor must have a conferred PhD or equivalent international degree. Candidates should demonstrate substantial evidence of a creative research career, impact on his or her field of study, and a
commitment to excellence in teaching and advising students at both graduate and undergraduate levels. Tenured applicants should send a cover letter, CV (including a publication list), teaching and research statement (no more than three single-spaced pages), and teaching evaluations. All candidates will be asked to provide the names of three references: Assistant professor applicant references will be automatically
contacted for a letter upon submission of the application. Senior Applicants Only: During the application process, you will be asked whether you have tenure at your current academic institution. If you select “yes,” the system will prompt you to provide three reference names. Please indicate “not applicable” for this field and provide email contact notapplicable@notapplicable.com. If you list valid referee
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