Assistant Professor, Political Science, Comparative Global South
Quick answer
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is hiring a mid-career Assistant Professor in Political Science, Comparative Global South (Fall 2027 start) with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Role
- Assistant Professor, Political Science, Comparative Global South
- Organization
- University of Nevada, Las Vegas
- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions
- Category
- Education & Training
- Apply by
- 2026-12-31
The role
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas is seeking an Assistant Professor in Political Science, Comparative Global South for a tenure-track position starting in Fall 2027.
What you'll do
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Comparative Politics
- Engage in research leading to peer-reviewed scholarly publications
- Mentor undergraduate and graduate students
- Contribute to the department's course offerings in political methodology
- Provide service at the department, college, and university levels
What it takes
- Earned doctorate in Political Science or a closely related field
- Teaching experience
- Research productivity
- Ability to develop a research agenda resulting in publications in high-quality outlets
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusiveness
- Use of Campus Values to guide decisions and actions
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Competitive total rewards package including paid time off, sick leave, and holidays, excellent health insurance, comprehensive retirement plans, no state income tax, tuition discounts, employee recognition programs, athletics ticket discounts, statewide employee purchase program discounts, RebelCard discounts, wellness programming, career advancement opportunities, personal and professional development opportunities, and a comprehensive onboarding program.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
Las Vegas, Nevada
What is the compensation?
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions
What are the key qualifications required?
An earned doctorate in Political Science or a closely related field, teaching experience, research productivity, and the ability to develop a research agenda resulting in publications in high-quality outlets.
How do I apply?
Please be sure to indicate you saw this position on Globaljobs.org and apply now.
How to apply
Apply directly on University of Nevada, Las Vegas's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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