Professor with Tenure - Political Science, American Politics

The University of Chicago, United States

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Location: Chicago, ILLINOIS

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Professor with Tenure - Political Science, American Politics

Department of Political Science, Social Sciences Division
Position Type: Faculty
Salary Range: $180,000 - $350,000
Chicago, Illinois

Mar 13, 2026


Description

The Social Sciences Division, Department of Political Science at the University of Chicago invites applications for a tenured faculty appointment in American Politics at the rank of Professor. Candidates must have distinguished records of research accomplishment in the study of American political institutions. Applicants must also demonstrate their effectiveness in teaching and advising at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The successful candidate will also demonstrate their commitment to providing intellectual leadership to the Department and University community. This position will begin on or after July 1, 2026.

This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .


Qualifications

Candidates must have completed all requirements for the PhD degree prior to the start of the appointment.


Application Instructions

Applicants must apply at the University of Chicago’s Interfolio website at https://apply.interfolio.com/183202. Applications must include: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) teaching statement, and 4) research statement.

Consideration of applications will begin on April 13, 2026 and continue until the position is filled or the search has ended.

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination .

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu  with their request.


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The University of Chicago is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.


For help signing up, accessing your account, or submitting your application please check out Interfolio's help and support section or get in touch via email at help@interfolio.com or phone at (877) 997-8807.


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