Assistant Professor of Political Science - RISE EARTH
Job Summary
The Political Science department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks to hire a faculty member at the level of Assistant Professor who will publish original empirical research and teach courses on environmental politics. The usual teaching load in the Department of Political Science is three courses per academic year.
Key Job Responsibilities
The successful candidate will advance the educational mission of the College of Letters & Science that values, prioritizes, and actualizes evidence-based and student-centered teaching and (undergraduate student) mentoring. They will contribute to an environment that fosters engagement and a sense of belonging for faculty, staff, students and members of the broader community.
Required Qualifications
- Candidates should have an excellent publication record or a productive research program with strong publishing potential.
- The successful candidate will demonstrate fostering or the ability to foster a teaching, learning, mentoring, departmental, and a research environment where all can thrive.
- A Ph.D. in Political Science or related disciplines is required by start of appointment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Candidates with an excellent publication record or a productive research program with strong publishing potential are encouraged to apply.
Compensation
Negotiable - 9 months / ongoing / renewable
Contact Information
Nadav Shelef, Chair of Political Science, shelef@wisc.edu
How to Apply
To apply, please visit Jobs at UW and search for Job Requisition JR10012262. Applications must be received through UW-Madison’s online application system by 11:59pm on September 15, 2026.