Assistant Professor of International Relations
Northwestern University
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Position: Assistant Professor of International Relations
Department: WCAS Political Science
University: Northwestern University
About the Role
Northwestern University's Department of Political Science seeks applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in International Relations. The position begins September 1, 2027. The successful candidate will advance International Relations scholarship and engage with significant issues in contemporary world politics.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach a combination of graduate and undergraduate courses.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field.
- International Relations training required.
- ABD applicants who anticipate completion of the doctorate by Fall 2027 will be considered.
Qualifications
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample
- Research Statement
- Teaching Statement
- Three Letters of Recommendation
Application Process
- Applications accepted via online submission only.
- Prepare all documents in advance as Adobe PDF files.
- Prepare a list of names and email addresses for external academic references.
- Required fields in the application form are marked with an asterisk.
- Incomplete applications cannot be saved.
Application Deadline for Full Consideration: September 15
Application Portal: https://polisci.northwestern.edu/about/faculty-searches.html
Inquiries
Stephen Monteiro
Business Administrator, Political Science Department
Salary
- Expected base pay range: $100,000 - $125,000 (nine-month academic appointment).
- Base pay does not include summer salary.
- Salary is subject to negotiation and will be determined by experience, qualifications, departmental budget, internal comparators, and external market pay.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
- Paid medical/sick and parental leave.
- Tuition benefits for employee and dependents.
- Pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care.
- Retirement savings options.
- Wellness programs.
- Comprehensive overview available at Northwestern Benefits.