Professorship of Politics

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The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Politics invite applications for this Professorship from persons whose work falls within the general field of Politics (with the exception of International Relations and Public Policy), to take up appointment on 1 September 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Candidates will have an outstanding research record of international stature in the field of Politics and the vision, leadership, experience and enthusiasm to build on current strengths of the Department of Politics and International Studies at the University of Cambridge. They will hold a PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification and demonstrate a proven track record of publications in the best international outlets.

Standard professorial duties include lecturing, supervising, research, examining, supervision and administration. The Professor is expected to be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered.

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Further information is available at: http://www.hr.admin.cam.ac.uk/professorships or contact the Human Resources, University Offices, The Old Schools, Cambridge, CB2 1TT, (email: professorships@admin.cam.ac.uk).

Applications, consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a description of the range of possible teaching that could be offered, a description of leadership experience, a curriculum vitae and a publications list, along with details of three referees should be made online no later than 15 September 2024.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Jude Browne, Head of Department and Convenor of Board of Electors: jmb63@cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference UE42442 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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