CUNEF Universidad, Social Sciences and Humanities
Position ID:
CUNEF Universidad-SSH-CUNEFPOLISCI [#32392]
Position Title:
Assistant Professor in Political Science
Position Type:
Tenured/Tenure-track faculty
Position Location:
Madrid, MADRID 28040, Spain
Subject Areas:
Political Science / Comparative Politics, Formal Theory, International Relations, Open, Quantitative Methods, History
Appl Deadline:
2026/10/04 23:59:59* (accepting applications )
Position Description:
Position Description
# Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Political Science — CUNEF Universidad The Department of Social Sciences and Humanities (SSH) at CUNEF Universidad (https://www.cunef.edu/) invites applications for three Tenure-Track Assistant Professor positions in Political Science, starting in the academic year 2027–28. ## Requirements Candidates are required to hold a PhD in Political Science or a related field (completed, or expected before appointment) and to demonstrate a strong ability — or clear potential — to publish in the top journals in the field (e.g., APSR, AJPS, JOP, and comparable general-interest and field outlets). ## What we offer CUNEF Universidad is a private university based in Madrid, Spain with a strong focus on excellence in teaching and research in the social sciences. Knowledge of Spanish is not required. We offer a very competitive salary, together with support for research and conference travel and administrative assistance for grant applications. Successful candidates will join a modern, growing university with an ambitious, research-driven culture and an international, interdisciplinary, English-language research environment. ## How to apply Applicants should submit: 1. CV 2. Cover letter — stating the reasons for applying and fit with the department 3. Teaching statement — stating teaching experience, including teaching evaluations where available 4. Job market paper 5. Three reference letters. We will begin reviewing applications on October 4, 2026 and continue until the positions are filled. Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an interview. Questions can be directed to Agustín Casas (ssh@cunef.edu).Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching statement
- Job Market Paper
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site. Letters should be submitted by 2026/10/04 11:59PM
)
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