Assistant Professor in Comparative Politics (Peter Mair)

About the role

The European University Institute invites applications for the Peter Mair Assistant Professorship in Comparative Politics, starting in the 2026/2027 academic year. This full‑time position is aimed at early‑career scholars who will contribute to the Institute’s research and teaching excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and lead research projects in comparative political science, publishing in high‑impact journals and books.
• Teach postgraduate courses, including introductory seminars and advanced research seminars.
• Supervise doctoral candidates and mentor Max Weber fellows and post‑doctoral researchers.
• Participate in departmental and institute committees, contributing to administration and outreach.
• Seek external research funding and integrate personal work with the Institute’s strategic priorities.

Required profile

• PhD in political science or a closely related field, to be awarded by September 2026.
• Demonstrated strong research potential in comparative politics.
• Ability to teach and advise graduate students effectively.
• Commitment to the Institute’s values of diversity, inclusion, and international collaboration.

Required skills

• No specific technical skills are required beyond standard academic research competencies.

What we offer

• A vibrant, multicultural community of roughly 1,100 scholars from over 85 nationalities.
• Access to the Historical Archives of the European Union and extensive research resources.
• Support for career development, research funding, and a balanced work environment.
• Commitment to gender, geographical, and minority representation.