Full Professor, Department of Political Science
About the role
The Political Science department at the University of Wisconsin-Madison seeks to hire a distinguished scholar whose work advances the university’s priorities in American elections research. Candidates should be at the rank of Full Professor, have an internationally recognized research program in elections and electoral politics, and have an established track record of securing external funding.
Responsibilities
- Teach graduate and undergraduate classes
- Mentor students
- Conduct scholarly research
- Provide service to the department, college, university, and academic community nationally or internationally
- 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
- Contribute to an environment that fosters engagement and a sense of belonging for faculty, staff, students and members of the broader community
- Proactively contribute to, support, and advance the college's commitment to all aspects of their teaching, mentoring, research, and service
Requirements
- Ph.D. in Political Science or related disciplines
- Ph.D. required by start of appointment
Preferred Qualifications
- Candidates who have the rank of Full Professor whose work advances the university’s priorities in American elections research are encouraged to apply
- Successfully candidates should have an internationally recognized research program in elections and electoral politics, have an established track record of securing external funding, and the ability to foster a teaching, learning, mentoring, departmental, and a research environment where all can thrive
Qualifications
- Ph.D. in Political Science or related disciplines
- Ph.D. required by start of appointment
Skills
N/A
Benefits
N/A
Pay
Negotiable
Schedule
N/A
Contact Information
Faye Lux / Department Administrator flux@wisc.edu
How to Apply
To begin the application process please click on the 'Apply Now' button. You will be asked to create a profile and upload the following 4 documents: a C.V., a cover letter, a research statement and a teaching statement (please upload these 2 as one document), and A list of 3 references. For full consideration, all materials must be received no later than 11:59pm on May 12, 2026. Applications will be accepted until position is filled.
Contact for Accommodations
Please contact the Divisional Disability Representative (DDR) in the division you are applying to if you need a reasonable accommodation for any step in the hiring process (e.g., application, interview, pre-employment testing, etc.).
Additional Information
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies.