Full-time, tenured position in Comparative Politics
The Institute of Political Science (ICP) at the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile invites applications for a full-time tenured position in Comparative Politics, at the rank of Associate Professor. Candidates in all areas of research within the subfield are welcome to apply.
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is consistently ranked among the top universities in Latin America. The ICP has a highly international and research-active faculty and is a leading center for theoretical, empirical, and applied research in the region. It offers undergraduate, M.A., and Ph.D. programs and regularly hosts exchange students and visiting professors from around the world.
Teaching obligations are limited to three courses per year. Fluency in Spanish is expected, but any candidate who expresses a willingness to perfect basic proficiency is encouraged to apply. The ICP offers financial support for language classes and courses may initially be taught in English.
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Political Science or an equivalent degree. They should demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality research, publication, and teaching.
Applications, in either English or Spanish, will be received until September 30, 2026 through the following link: https://tinyurl.com/Postulaciones-ICP. Applications should include a personal letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample (e.g., a journal article or manuscript) a research statement and a teaching portfolio that includes student evaluations and sample course syllabi. Applicants should also arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent directly by the letter writers to the Search Committee at searchicp@uc.cl. Inquiries may also be directed to this address.
The selected candidate should be available to begin the position on July 1, 2027.
The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to equal opportunities, the construction of an inclusive, diverse, and fraternal community, and the promotion of the academic careers of women and men. A foreign national who is selected for this position while residing outside Chile will be required to obtain the relevant visa from the Chilean consulate in their country of residence before taking up the appointment. The University and the ICP will provide support throughout the visa application process.
