University of Virginia: UVA Provost's Office: College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences: Politics
Location
Open Date
Aug 14, 2026
Description
TheDepartment of Politics at the University of Virginia invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position for a scholar of Comparative Politics. We are especially interested in candidates whofocus onchallenges of development, state capacity, and/or regime stability. Scholars with expertise in China are especially encouraged to apply; other priority areas include Southeast Asia, the Middle East, Russia, and Africa.The appointment begins August 10, 2027.
Qualifications
To meet the minimum qualifications for this position, applicants must hold a Ph.D. in political science by the time of the appointment. Preference will be given to candidates with an active research agenda and methodological sophistication. Applicants should have astrong interest in teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, where the standard load is two courses per semester. The successful candidate will join a vibrant community of more than 30 tenure-track faculty members and a PhD program in political science.
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.