Associate Professor of International Affairs

The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs is one of the world’s leading schools of international affairs and the largest in the United States. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., its mission is to educate the next generation of international leaders, conduct research that advances understanding of important global issues, and engage the policy community in the United States and around the world.

It invites applications for a non-tenure track position, under the title of Associate Professor of International Affairs, to begin as early as Fall 2021. This appointment will be for an initial period of three years, with the possibility of renewal contingent upon performance. A small relocation stipend can be provided, but the University is not able to sponsor H1B visas at this time.

The hired faculty member will be responsible for teaching graduate students and conduct high quality research. The faculty member will also perform administrative duties, serving as the Associate Director of the Master of Arts International Affairs Program (https://elliott.gwu.edu/international-affairs-masters). The successful candidate will be expected to teach courses in technology and security, including areas such as cyber security and artificial intelligence.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in International Relations or a terminal degree in a related field. Applicants must demonstrate research excellence through publication in top journals, books or other suitable outlets; teaching excellence through teaching evaluations and letters of reference; evidence of administrative service and demonstrated team working skills. 

To be considered, please complete the online faculty application at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/81340 and upload a CV, cover letter, statement of teaching interest, and course evaluations. Only complete applications will be considered. Review of applications will begin on April 12th, 2021 and continue until the position is filled. 

Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening. 

The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.