Assistant Professor of International Relations, Specializing in Latin America

Assistant Professor of International Relations, Specializing in Latin America

Location:

Boston, Massachusetts

Position Type:
Full-Time / Regular

Salary Range: $96,000 - $118,000 per year

Start Date:

July 1, 2026 (or based on hiring process)

The Pardee School of Global Studies at Boston University invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position in Latin American Studies, beginning on or before July 1, 2026. The search is open to applicants from all disciplines and functional specializations. Successful candidates will demonstrate potential for excellence in any discipline relevant to international affairs and share a commitment to the Pardee School's institutional values and to Advancing Human Progress.

Since its founding in 1839, Boston University has embraced a mission of openness and access, becoming one of the first universities in the nation to welcome all students of ability regardless of race, gender, or creed. That tradition shapes our enduring commitment to academic freedom, free inquiry, and the robust exchange of ideas.

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 Latin America, as well as courses in the candidate's area of functional expertise.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate, graduate, and master’s students.
• Participate in the university’s intellectual life, service, and research community.

• Ph.D. (or equivalent) in International Relations, Latin American Studies, or a related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching.
• A distinguished record of publication and research with policy relevance.
• Policy experience and multidisciplinary, empirically‑grounded research encouraged.

Salary will be set within the advertised range based on factors such as qualifications, experience, and internal pay comparison. Faculty receive a standard benefits package (details available upon request).

Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation electronically at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Questions may be directed to Ms. Elaine Bidianos lications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. The expected starting date 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 or identified in the University's Notice of Non-Discrimination. 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.

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