Two Tenure-Track Faculty Positions in Political Science

The Institute of Political Science (ICP) of the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track assistant professorships in International Relations and Research Methods. Candidates in all research areas in these fields may apply; however, for the position in Research Methods, we value expertise in survey methods/public opinion.

The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is consistently ranked as one of the top universities in Latin America. The ICP, comprised of a highly international group of scholars, is a hub of theoretical, empirical and applied research in the region. The ICP offers undergraduate, M.A., and Ph.D. programs. It admits the most talented Chilean students to its undergraduate and graduate programs and hosts a large number of exchange students and visiting professors from all over the world.

Teaching obligations are limited to three courses per year. The candidate selected for the position in Research Methods is also expected to contribute to the ICP’s annual Summer School on Mixed Methods. Fluency in Spanish is expected, but any candidate who expresses a willingness to perfect basic proficiency is encouraged to apply. The ICP offers support for Spanish language classes and flexibility to teach courses in English during the first year.

Applicants must demonstrate a strong commitment to high-quality research, publishing, and teaching. They must hold a Ph.D. degree in Political Science (or its equivalent). ABDs are welcome to apply as long as they obtain their degree by the position’s starting date.

Applications should include a personal letter, a curriculum vitae, a writing sample (e.g., a journal article or book or dissertation chapter), graduate transcripts and a teaching portfolio that includes student evaluations and sample course syllabi. Three letters of recommendation should be sent directly by the letter writers to searchicp@uc.cl.

Applications (in either English or Spanish) will be received until March 1st, 2026 via https://tinyurl.com/Postulaciones-ICP. Please direct inquiries to the Search Committee at searchicp@uc.cl. The position’s starting date is August 1st, 2026.

The Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile is committed to equal opportunities, building an inclusive, diverse and fraternal community, and to promoting the academic careers of women and men. A foreign national who is selected for this position while residing outside of Chile will be required to obtain the relevant visa from the Chilean consulate in their country of residence before they can take up the appointment. The University and the ICP provide assistance throughout the visa application process.