Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor in Chinese Politics – University of Wisconsin–Madison

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor in Chinese Politics – University of Wisconsin–Madison

• Institution: University of Wisconsin–Madison

• Department: Department of Political Science (College of Letters & Science)

• Job Requisition: JR10013733

• Employment Type: Regular, Full-Time Faculty

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor

• Compensation: Negotiable

• Application Deadline: September 15, 2026 (11:59 PM for assured consideration; open until filled)

Overview of Role

The Department of Political Science in the College of Letters & Science at the University of Wisconsin–Madison invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position. The appointed faculty member will publish original empirical research, deliver high-quality instruction and mentoring in Chinese Politics, and contribute to university and disciplinary governance.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Load

• Research & Scholarship: Conduct and publish original, empirical research in Chinese politics and related subfields.

• Teaching & Mentorship: Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Political Science with a focus on student-centered, evidence-based pedagogy.

• Teaching Load: Standard departmental load is three courses per academic year (two in one semester, one in the other), adjusted from the statutory baseline.

• Service & Citizenship: Participate in departmental, collegiate, and university governance, as well as broader national and international academic service.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related discipline (Ph.D. required by the start date of appointment).

• Research Record: Strong, productive research agenda with an established record of high-quality scholarly publication or outstanding publishing potential.

• Teaching & Mentoring: Demonstrated dedication to student-centered teaching, purposeful instructional planning, and fostering an inclusive academic environment where all students can thrive.

Application Checklist & Instructions

Applications must be submitted online through the UW-Madison recruitment system:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (C.V.)

3. Research Statement

4. Teaching and Mentoring Statement (showcasing purposeful instructional planning, goals, and reflection)

5. Two (2) Writing Samples (uploaded together)

6. Letters of Reference: Contact details for three references must be provided upon request; references will receive an automated link to upload signed letters.

Application Links & Contact Information

• 🔗 Application Portal: Apply via Jobs at UW (Job Requisition JR10013733)

• 📧 Contact Person: Nadav Shelef, Chair of the Political Science Department (shelef@wisc.edu)

• 🌐 College Mission: ls.wisc.edu/about/mission

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