American Politics, Senior Rank Faculty Position in Political Science

American Politics, Senior 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 seeks candidates for a senior appointment at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The preferred area of specialty is American Politics. Applicants must have demonstrated the ability to maintain a world‑class research program and commit to effective teaching and mentoring. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. in a related field and will be expected to teach and advise students at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

The term of appointment is expected to begin on September 1, 2026.

Candidates should apply through Stanford Faculty Positions and submit the following:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae (including a publication list)
• Teaching and research statement (no more than three single‑spaced pages)
• Teaching evaluations

The Department values faculty who foster an open and respectful academic environment. Candidates may discuss how their work and experience will further these values in their statements.

Salary range for academic year 2025‑26:
Associate Professor: $180,250 – $226,600
Professor: $257,500 – $360,500
Pay will be determined based on qualifications, budget, and internal equity.

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 of applications will begin on October 1, 2025; later applications may be considered at the discretion of the search committee.

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 should contact disability.access.

Applications close: (no close date given, but posted on 16 Sep 2025 9:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time)

Advertised: 16 Sep 2025 9:00 AM Pacific Daylight Time