Political Scientist (Assistant or Associate Professor)

The Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin ("LBJ School") invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Political Science -with a focus on American Political Institutions (and more specifically on the Executive Branch) to begin in Fall of academic year 2026-27 (with an August 2026 start date). One of the nation's top ten programs in public affairs, the LBJ School is seeking to strengthen its faculty in the politics of policy adoption and implementation. The LBJ School comprises more than 50 faculty members and approximately 500 undergraduates and 300 graduate students. It offers multi-disciplinary curricula leading to the degrees of Bachelor of Arts in Public Affairs, Master of Public Affairs, Master of Global Policy Studies, Master of National Security and Ph.D. in Public Policy.

The appointee will conduct research focused on Executive Branch authority, organization and processes as they influence policy adoption, bureaucratic politics/organization, inter-branch policy development dynamics, or policy implementation. They will also teach political science-focused courses related to both policy development and methods as well as courses on public policy topics of their interest. The appointee's research will have direct relevance to public policy. The appointee will conduct and publish scholarly research and seek grant opportunities in support of their research and/or teaching activities. The appointee will participate in faculty governance in the LBJ School.

A Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field with an emphasis in American Politics is required. ABD candidates will be considered if the doctoral degree will be complete by the time of employment. Experience in college teaching and evidence of scholarship or scholarly potential is preferred.

Interested candidates can submit their cover letter, CV, statement of teaching, three years of teaching evaluations (or fewer if unavailable), three letters of reference, and one article-length writing sample via Interfolio. Questions about the position can be directed to Herschel Thomas at herschel.thomas@austin.utexas.edu. Questions about the application can be directed to Shannon LaFevers at slafevers@austin.utexas.edu.

The search committee will begin considering applications September 15th. The position will remain open until filled.

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.