Comparative Politics, Faculty Position in Political Science

Comparative Politics, Open Rank Faculty Position in Political Science

Work type: University Tenure Line

Location: Stanford University

Categories: School of Humanities & Sciences

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, 2026.

Candidates will apply through Stanford Faculty Positions.

Applicants 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 the 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.

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (including a publication list)
• Research and teaching statement (no more than three single‑spaced pages)
• Teaching evaluations
• Ph.D. program transcripts
• Writing sample
• Three professional letters of recommendation

Applicants must have a conferred PhD or equivalent international degree. Candidates should demonstrate substantial evidence of a creative research career, impact on their field of study, and a commitment to excellence in teaching and advising students at both graduate and undergraduate levels.

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (including a publication list)
• Teaching and research statement (no more than three single‑spaced pages)
• Teaching evaluations
• Three professional letters of recommendation References and Reference Letters

  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 no If you list valid referee information they will NOT be contacted automatically.

  Department Values

  The Department of Political Science, School of Humanities & Sciences, and Stanford University value faculty who will help foster an open and respectful academic environment for colleagues, students, and staff with a wide range of backgrounds and perspectives. Candidates may choose to include in their research and teaching statements a brief discussion about how their work and experience will further these values.

  Salary
  
  Range (2025–26)
  • Assistant Professor: $139,050 – $149,350
  • Associate Professor: $180,250 – $226,600
  • Professor: $257,500 – $360,500
  Further Information and Contact

  Further information about Stanford’s Department of Political Science may be found at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Inquiries may be directed to Natalie Badalov, Faculty Affairs Coordinator, nbadalov.

  Review Timeline

  Review of applications will begin on October 15th, 2025; later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Stanford welcomes applications from all who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching and clinical missions.

  Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact disability.access.

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