Assistant Professor

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

The Department of Political Science resides within the College of Arts and Sciences. The Department of Political Science is the fourth largest undergraduate major in the College with more than 700 majors, a graduate program of approximately 80 students in residence and 44 tenure/tenure-track and fixed-term faculty. The Department of Political Science at UNC is committed to a vision of the University where all members of the community feel welcome, valued, and can thrive.

The ideal candidate will share in this commitment. Accordingly, applicants should describe in their cover letters the specific ways in which their scholarship, mentoring, and service goals can support this vision. The department of Political Science is an equal opportunity employer and educator that welcomes all to apply including women, black, indigenous, and other people of color, veterans, LGBTIQA+, individuals with disabilities, and members of other groups.

Position Summary

International Political Economy.

The Department of Political Science at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for up to two tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, with appointment beginning July 1, 2023. We seek to hire scholars doing innovative research in any area of international political economy who show promise of research excellence and a desire to train and work with a diverse body of students.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Ph.D. in Political Science

Preferred Qualifications , Competencies, and Experience

We seek to hire scholars doing innovative research in any area of international political economy who show promise of research excellence and a desire to train and work with a diverse body of students.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

NA

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

Not Applicable.

Special Instructions

In "Other Document", we ask that applicants upload a single pdf labeled "Blind" of an anonymized cover letter, research statement and writing sample that does not contain any mention of the candidate's name or University affiliation. Applicants should be sure that the anonymized cover letter contains any pertinent information about the candidate's contributions to research and teaching. Please include the name and contact information for 4 references.

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