Tenure Track position in Canadian or Comparative Politics (expertise in Public Policy)
Western University
Department of Political Science
Faculty of Social Science
Western University, London Ontario Canada
Political Science – Canadian or Comparative Politics at the rank of Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track)
The Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Science at Western University invites applications from highly qualified researchers in either Canadian or Comparative Politics with expertise in public policy, broadly defined. We will have up to two probationary (tenure-track) appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor with a starting date of July 1, 2026.
Candidates should have a PhD in Political Science or a related field by May 1, 2026 or soon thereafter. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The successful candidate will have a strong track record of research in Canadian or Comparative Politics specializing in public policy, appropriate to their career stage, in the form of publications in high-impact journals, awards or other scholarly achievement. Applicants must demonstrate a rigorous empirical research plan that includes evidence of potential for successful external funding. The successful candidate will help to advance Western’s Strategic Plan: https://strategicplan.uwo.ca/.
The successful candidate will also have a track record or superior potential for teaching in Political Science, appropriate to their career stage. They will be able to deliver a range of courses across the undergraduate and graduate programs in the department. As Western Political Science aims to be Canada’s top destination for training in empirical research methods, the ability to teach empirical research methods, qualitative, quantitative, or mixed, will be considered an asset. The candidate will have a teaching philosophy that demonstrates a strong plan for future teaching contributions to the Department. Consistent with Western’s goals of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Decolonization (EDI-D), the successful candidate should articulate how their plans for teaching and research further the principles of EDI-D.
Applications should include the following:
1) application form (http://www.uwo.ca/facultyrelations/pdf/careers/Faculty/Application-FullTime-Faculty-Position-Form.pdf),
2) cover letter that addresses how the candidate fits the position and the department, including information about their research agenda and teaching philosophy
3) curriculum vitae,
4) copies of published or ongoing research as well as links to other papers, and
5) names and contact information of three academic referees.
This material should be sent to:
Chair, Department of Political Science
Western University
Room 7335, Social Science Centre
London, Ontario, CANADA N6A 5C2
EMAIL: polisci-recruitment@uwo.ca
Review of applications will commence on September 30, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. For any questions about the position or application please contact: laura.stephenson@uwo.ca.
Since 1878, Western University has been committed to serving our communities through the pursuit of academic excellence and by providing students, faculty, and community members with life-long opportunities for intellectual, social, and cultural growth. We seek excellent students, faculty, and staff to join us in what has become known as the “Western Experience” – an opportunity to contribute to a better world through the development of new knowledge, new abilities, new connections, and new ways to make a difference.
The Department of Political Science is a robust community of students and researchers. The department hosts a number of undergraduate and graduate programs, including an MA and PhD in Political Science and Masters and Graduate Diplomas in Public Administration, as well as collaborative programs in International Relations; Politics, Philosophy and Economics; and Transitional Justice and Post-Conflict Reconstruction.
Positions are subject to budget approval. Applicants should have fluent written and oral communication skills in English. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. Western is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from women, members of racialized groups/visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, and persons of any gender identity or gender expression.
In accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodations for interviews or other meetings, please contact Shannon Doyle, sdoyle3@uwo.ca .