Previous JobJob TitleProfessor - Griffiths Chair Next JobApply for JobJob ID58208 LocationColumbia Full/Part TimeFull-Time Add to My Favorite JobsEmail this Job Hiring Department University of Missouri-ColumbiaCollege 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 evaluationCompetitive 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
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