Position Title: Visiting Professor of Political Science
Department: Government
Position Type: Faculty
Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field.
- Applicants must have a research/teaching position at an Israeli university. Former practitioners without a doctorate but with relevant research and teaching experience may be considered.
- This position is not eligible for H-1B sponsorship.
Application Instructions:
Please submit all materials electronically via Interfolio:
- Personal Statement,
- Curriculum Vitae,
- Evidence of teaching effectiveness (eg: evaluations and/or syllabi),
- Statement of research plans,
- One (1) writing sample.
Review of applications will begin January 30, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be addressed to Professor William Wohlforth, at William.C.Wohlforth@dartmouth.edu.
Description:
The Department of Government at Dartmouth College invites applications for a Visiting Professor from an Israeli university to conduct research and teach in the department during the 2026-27 academic year. Candidates who are pursing research and teaching related to Israel’s domestic politics or foreign/security relations, broadly construed, are particularly encouraged to apply.
The appointment is for 1 or 2 terms during any of Dartmouth’s four 10-week quarters. The successful candidate will teach 1 undergraduate course, related to Israeli politics, for each academic term in residence. Ideally applicants will have experience teaching a version of the proposed course. The visiting professor will also give a public lecture while at Dartmouth.
Dartmouth is committed to academic excellence and encourages the open exchange of ideas within a culture of mutual respect. Dartmouth welcomes people with different backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives and believes that diversity in all its forms enhances academic excellence. Applicants should address in their personal statment how their research, teaching, service, and/or life experiences prepare them to serve Dartmouth’s commitment to academic excellence in an environment that is welcoming to all.
EEO Statement:
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer under federal law. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications are welcome from all.
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