Assistant Professor, International​/Human Development, Pardee School of Global Studies

Assistant Professor, International and/or Human Development, Pardee School of Global Studies

Position Type:
Full‑time, Regular.

Location:

Boston, Massachusetts.

The salary range for the finalist selected for this role is $96,000.00–$. The final salary will be determined based on departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and internal pay comparison. This range represents the University's good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting.

The Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in International and/or Human Development, beginning July 1, 2026. We are especially interested in scholars whose work focuses not only on traditional economic development themes, but also on outcomes in health, education, and freedom at the individual and group levels, and pays particular attention to issues of inequality.

We welcome applications from scholars in any relevant discipline, including economics, geography, political science, development studies, and international relations. All methodological approaches are acceptable; the ability to teach quantitative methods is a plus. Candidates who have demonstrated policy experience in addition to scholarly qualifications are especially encouraged to apply.

We seek scholars who will contribute to our community of teachers and researchers through excellence in innovative scholarship, engaged teaching, and participation in the intellectual life of the University. Boston University provides an environment where faculty and students work together across disciplines, perspectives, and experiences to advance knowledge and address society’s most pressing challenges.

• Teach at least one required course on development, methods, and area(s) of functional expertise.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate Master’s degree students.
• Demonstrate a record of publication and research; prior teaching experience is a significant plus.
• Commit to multidisciplinary, empirically‑grounded, and policy‑relevant research and teaching.
• Engage in the intellectual life of the University and broader community.

To apply, please submit the following electronically:
1) A letter of application describing your teaching and research interests and professional experience.
2) Curriculum vitae.
3) Three letters of recommendation. Applications should be sent to (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). For questions about the position or school, contact Ms. Elaine Bidianos at elaineb.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning December 15, 2025, and will be accepted until the position is filled. The expected starting date for employment is July 1, 2026.

Boston University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, age, national origin, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Retaliation is also prohibited. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. Under Massachusetts law, we may not require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment.

Boston University, consistent with the AAU’s Principles on Preventing Sexual Harassment, conducts background checks for final candidates for certain faculty and staff positions. Final candidates must complete and sign an “Authorization to Release Information” form after receiving an offer to enable this background check.