Assistant Professor — Political Communication & Data-Driven Media

Stanford University; Stanford (KY); On-site; USD 133,235 - 143,916; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Communication at Stanford University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to contribute to research and education in media and politics. Candidates from all social science disciplines are welcome, particularly those utilizing quantitative methods.

The successful candidate must possess a Ph.D. and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring students. The appointment is expected to start on September 1, 2027, with applications reviewed starting October 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Commitment to effective teaching and mentoring.
• Ability to maintain a world-class research program.
• Demonstrated originality and promise in research.

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise students at graduate and undergraduate levels.
• Conduct research in media and politics.
• Engage with interdisciplinary approaches in social sciences.

Skills

Effective teaching and mentoring

Research program maintenance

Quantitative methods

Education

Ph.D. in a related field

Job description

The Department of Communication at Stanford University is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor to contribute to research and education in media and politics. Candidates from all social science disciplines are welcome, particularly those utilizing quantitative methods.

The successful candidate must possess a Ph.D. and demonstrate a commitment to teaching and mentoring students. The appointment is expected to start on September 1, 2027, with applications reviewed starting October 1, 2026.