Open Rank Professor of Political Science - International Relations

Position Summary

The Department of Political Science at Indiana University Bloomington invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track Open Rank Professor position in International Relations, beginning August 1 2027. The department seeks a scholar focused on the relationship between emerging computational technologies and conflict processes/security studies. A particular priority is strong methodological training, including quantitative, computational, formal, experimental, text‑as‑data, simulation‑based, or mixed‑method research. The hire will support undergraduate and graduate teaching in international relations and political methodology.

Basic Qualifications

Candidate should demonstrate an active research agenda with the promise for publication in high‑quality venues and strong teaching credentials. In addition to maintaining an ongoing research program, the faculty member is expected to teach courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and to participate actively in departmental activities.

Additional Qualifications

Completed Ph.D. degree in Political Science by August 1 2027.

Appointment Details

• Full‑time tenure‑track Open Rank Professor position
• Start date: August 1 2027
• Tenure‑track / tenured position

Department Contact

Questions regarding the position or application process should be directed to Amanda Campbell, Department Manager, email: accamp@iu.edu, Department of Political Science, 210 Woodburn Hall, 1100 E. Seventh Street, Indiana University‑Bloomington, Bloomington, Indiana, 47405‑7110. Tel: 812‑855‑6308.

Application Materials

• a cover letter describing research completed and planned
• a curriculum vitae
• a research statement
• two writing samples
• a teaching portfolio with a teaching statement and (if available) teaching evaluations
• an official transcript
• three letters of recommendation

Review of applications will begin on October 1 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. All application materials should be submitted online to the attention of Professor Aurelian Craiutu, Department Chair, Department of Political Science at https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34176. Before a conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct and will be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers.