Assistant Professor - Race and Ethnic Politics

How to Apply

In addition to applying via careers.umich.edu, applicants must also apply via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/ 147036

Applicants should include the following applications materials in PDF format: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a concise statement describing current and future plans for research, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, evidence of teaching excellence (if any), writing samples, graduate transcripts, and a statement that demonstrates your commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in academia. Applications should also submit three letters of recommendation. Information on our research initiatives and scholarly interest of current faculty can be found on the Department's website: https://lsa.umich.edu/polisci. All applications must be submitted electronically to: https://lsa.umich.edu/polisci/current-job-postings.html.

For full consideration, complete applications should be submitted by August 19, 2024.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan's Department of Political Science invites applications from outstanding candidates for a tenure track position for a scholar who studies Race and Ethnic Politics, open with respect to subfield.

This position is at the assistant professor rank and is a university year appointment. It is anticipated to begin August 25, 2025. Promise of excellence in research and teaching is required.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Required Qualifications*

Candidates for this position must have completed their PhD by August 25, 2025.

Promise of excellence in research and teaching is required.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse work culture that respects the rights of each individual, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, height, weight, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

249846

Working Title

Assistant Professor - Race and Ethnic Politics

Job Title

ASST PROFESSOR

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Of Lsa

Department

LSA Political Science

Posting Begin/End Date

6/03/2024 - 8/22/2024

Career Interest

Instructional - Regular