FGSES - Teaching and Research Positions in Political Science

Position: Associate or Full Professor

Location: UM6P - Rabat, Morocco

Status: Full-time

Application deadline: February, 2025

Expected starting date: September 2025

The Social Sciences, Economics, and Humanities Cluster at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University (UM6P) invites applications for full-time positions at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in Political Science.

Areas Of Specialization

The positions are open with respect to subfield as well as regional and methodological focus. However, we are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in the following areas:

* Political Theory
* Comparative Politics
* African Politics
* Quantitative Methods for Political Science
* Political Economy
* Development Studies
* Public Policy
* Text Analysis
* Environmental Politics

About UM6P

Founded in 2013 with the aim of providing a world-class educational experience and delivering cutting-edge research in the natural sciences, engineering, and social sciences, UM6P is dedicated to serving countries of the Global South. It emphasizes producing research relevant to the African continent and training the next generation of leaders in politics, society, science, and business. In October 2024, 11 years after it began, UM6P was ranked by The Times Higher Education as one of the world’s top 500 universities.

Candidate Profile

Candidates must hold a PhD in Political Science or a related field, with proven experience in teaching and research, as demonstrated by publications in leading peer-reviewed journals and/or reputable academic publishers. Proficiency in English or French is essential, and proficiency in another language would be a significant asset.

Responsibilities

The successful candidates will be expected to engage in research and teaching. They will also contribute actively to the design and implementation of specific teaching and research programs.

Salary And Benefits

Salaries and benefits are internationally competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure

To apply for the position of Associate or Full Professor in Political Science, please follow these steps:

* Go to: https://recruitment.fgses-um6p.ma/login
* Click on "Sign in with Google."
* If your Gmail account is not automatically recognized, enter your Gmail address and password.
* On the new page, click on "Add new Submission."
* Select "Associate or Full Professor in Political Science."
* You can save your progress as you go.
* To finalize your application, click on "Validate and submit."

Selection Process

Candidates will be assessed based on their scientific, pedagogical, and behavioral competence. UM6P is committed to a policy of non-discrimination based on religion, race, gender, age, disability, national, or ethnic origin.

Initial interviews will be conducted virtually after the application deadline. Shortlisted candidates will be asked to give a simulated course lecture and to present recent or ongoing research.