Assistant Professor – Civics Education at UC Berkeley 2027

After School Africa; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Academic appointment

Competitive salary

Benefits & relocation support

Job summary

The University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Civics Education at the Berkeley School of Education. The position emphasizes civic learning, democracy, and equity in K–12 contexts, with anticipated start July 1, 2027. Candidates should hold a Ph.D.

or Ed.D. by start date (or be enrolled in a qualifying program). Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, mentoring, and published work in Civics Education are valued, with a

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed.D. (or enrolled in a qualifying program) by time of application.
• Research, publication, and teaching/mentoring in Civics Education preferred for rank.
• Strong record in civics education and commitment to equity and democratic flourishing.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Civics Education and related fields.
• Conduct research focused on K–12 classrooms, youth civic development, and information literacy.
• Mentor students and contribute to teacher preparation and leadership programs.

Skills

Research design

Teaching

Mentoring

Equity-focused education

Education

Ph.D. or Ed.D.

Job description

The University of California, Berkeley is accepting applications for an Assistant Professor – Civics Education position at the Berkeley School of Education. The application deadline is Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time). This is a tenure-track faculty opportunity with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027.

Tell Me About The Program:

The Berkeley School of Education (BSE) at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Civics Education (Job #JPF05516). The position focuses on civic learning and democratic engagement, particularly research exploring K–12 classrooms, youth civic development, learning theory, and public democratic life. Given contemporary challenges such as political polarization, misinformation, civic exclusion, digital citizenship, and information literacy, the BSE seeks a scholar who designs pedagogical innovations to meet student needs while advancing educational equity and democratic flourishing.

Which Fields are Eligible?

Civics Education, Education, Political Science, Public Policy, History, Ethnic Studies, Data Science, Digital Citizenship, and connected interdisciplinary social sciences/humanities.

Type:

Tenure-Track Academic Faculty Position (Assistant Professor Level)

Who can Apply?

• Basic Qualification: Ph.D. or Ed.D. (or equivalent international degree) or current enrollment in a Ph.D. or Ed.D. degree-granting program at the time of application.
• Preferred Qualification: Completed Ph.D. or Ed.D. with a research, publication, and teaching/mentoring track record in Civics Education appropriate to rank.
• Research Focus: Preference is given to scholars whose work centers on K–12 classrooms, youth civic development, digital citizenship, and information literacy.
• Teaching Expectations: Ability to conduct research and offer undergraduate and graduate courses, including contributions to K–12 teacher preparation and leadership programs.

How are Applicants Selected:

Applications are evaluated on research accomplishment/potential, alignment with BSE priorities (equity, inclusion, and democratic flourishing), teaching and mentoring philosophy, commitment to academic/public service, and professional references (requested only for second-round candidates).

Which Countries Are Eligible?

Global (open to qualified domestic and international applicants; UC Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer).

Where will the Program be Taken?

University of California, Berkeley (Berkeley, California, USA).

How Many Participants:

1 tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

What is the Benefit of the Program:

• Academic Appointment: Tenure-track faculty appointment at a world-leading public research university starting July 1, 2027.
• Salary & Compensation: Current base salary range is $84,100 – $132,900 (9-month academic year salary), with off-scale salary and additional pay components offered to meet competitive market conditions.
• Institutional Support: Comprehensive University of California faculty benefits, research support, and family/relocation assistance programs.

How Long Will it Last:

Full-time, ongoing tenure-track appointment.