TENURE-TRACK PROFESSOR OF GOVERNMENT - Political Theory

The Department of Government seeks to appoint a tenure-track professor in Government specializing in Political Theory. The appointment is expected to begin on July 1, 2024. The tenure-track professor will be responsible for teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Candidates are encouraged to apply by September 15, 2023; applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

Basic Qualifications: Doctorate or terminal degree in Political Science, Government or related disciplines required by the time the appointment begins.

Additional Qualifications: Demonstrated strong commitment to teaching and advising is desired.

Special Instructions: Please submit the following materials through the ARIeS portal (https://academicpositions.harvard.edu). The Committee will begin reviewing applications on September 8, 2022.



1. Cover letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Teaching/advising statement (describing teaching philosophy and practices)

4. Research statement

5. A statement describing efforts to encourage diversity, inclusion, and belonging, including past, current, and anticipated future contributions in these areas.

6. Names and contact information of 3-5 referees, who will be asked by a system-generated email to upload a letter of recommendation once the candidate's application has been submitted. Three letters of recommendation are required, and the application is considered complete only when at least three letters have been received. At least one letter must come from someone who has not served as the candidate's undergraduate, graduate, or postdoctoral advisor.

7. Publications or copies of creative works, if applicable



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