Cornell University, Government Department

Position ID:

Cornell-Government Department-ORPM [#28021, WDR-00047706]

Position Title:

Political Methodology

Position Type:

Open Rank

Position Location:

Ithaca, New York 14850, United States of America

Subject Area:

Government / Methods

Appl Deadline:

(posted 2024/08/08, listed until 2025/02/08)

Position Description:

The Department of Government at Cornell University invites applications for up to two open-rank positions in the field of political methodology. We are interested in candidates whose research uses modern statistical methodology to answer substantive research questions in political science, or whose methodological research deepens our understanding of quantitative political methodology, broadly understood (e.g., statistics, computational methods, causal inference, etc.). The successful candidate will teach courses in statistical methods and research design at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Applicants should apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org. Interested candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, samples of written work, three letters of recommendation, and teaching evaluations. In addition, we ask applicants to share their experiences and/or approaches (past, current, or future) to fostering learning, research service, and/or outreach in a diverse community; applicants may choose to submit a stand-alone statement or embed the information in other parts of their application.

We will begin to review applications starting September 10, 2024, and will continue until the search is complete.

[Pay Range: $107,400 - $275,00] Actual salary offers in the College of Arts and Sciences will be based on education, experience, discipline, and relevant skills.

EEO Tagline: Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff to all identities and backgrounds. We strongly encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

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Employment Assistance:

For specific questions about the position or application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or for general questions email mycareer@cornell.edu.

If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to complete an employment application or to participate in the recruiting process, you are encouraged to contact Cornell University's Office of Institutional Equity and Title IX at voice (607) 255-2242, or email at equity@cornell.edu.

Applicants that do not have internet access are encouraged to visit your local library, or local Department of Labor. You may also request an appointment to use a dedicated workstation in the Office of Talent Attraction and Recruitment, at the Ithaca campus, by emailing mycareer@cornell.edu.

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EEO Statement:

Diversity and Inclusion are a part of Cornell University’s heritage. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, and we do not tolerate discrimination based on any protected characteristic, including race, ethnic or national origin, citizenship and immigration status, color, sex/gender, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, age, creed, religion, actual or perceived disability (including persons associated with such a person), arrest and/or conviction record, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender expression and/or identity, an individual’s genetic information, domestic violence victim status, familial status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Cornell University embraces diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff from all identities and backgrounds. We encourage individuals from underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply.

Pay Ranges:

The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:

Prior relevant work or industry experience.
Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
Unique applicable skills.

Application Materials Required:

Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Two Writing Samples
Teaching Evaluations
Statement about fostering learning, research, service, and/or outreach in a diverse community.
Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site )

And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:

http://government.cornell.edu/

Government Department
Cornell University
214 White Hall
Ithaca NY 14853-7901