The Sanford School of Public Policy seeks to hire a political scientist at the assistant or associate professor level, with a focus on political science and public policy with a broad focus on democracy and/or leadership.  This faculty member will hold the inaugural Tony and Teddie Brown Chair in the Sanford School.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. in political science or in public policy with a concentration in political science, and a record of (or demonstrated capacity for) scholarly publication and excellence in teaching. The Sanford School values applications from candidates with a strong interest in policy engagement. Candidates should be able to teach courses in the Sanford undergraduate and graduate core curriculum in addition to their own areas of policy specialization.

The Sanford School includes an interdisciplinary full-time faculty of almost 70 and offers an undergraduate major, five Masters programs, and a Ph.D. program. The Sanford School houses several research centers and offers degree-related programs and opportunities in Washington, China, Scotland, London and Geneva. More information on the Sanford School can be found at https://www.sanford.duke.edu.

Candidates should submit a letter of application that describes their research and teaching interests and experiences, and that includes a brief statement addressing how they foster an equitable and inclusive learning and research environment; CV; writing sample; and names and contact information for three references. These materials should be submitted via the following website: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/28089

Applications submitted by September 10th, 2024 will be guaranteed full consideration. For further information, contact Deondra Rose, search committee chair, at deondra.rose@duke.edu.

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