Faculty Position in Political Science (Public Policy)

About the role

The KAPSARC School of Public Policy invites applications for a faculty position in political science. The role focuses on research, teaching, and outreach that connect political science to public policy, government, global politics, and governance topics.

Key responsibilities

• Teach graduate‑level courses in political science and related public policy areas.
• Develop and contribute to curriculum and course materials.
• Supervise capstone projects, theses, and research activities of students.
• Engage in scholarly research and publish in top‑ranked journals and academic presses.
• Participate in the academic community and outreach activities of the school.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in political science, public policy, public affairs, economics or a closely related discipline.
• Strong theoretical foundation and excellent methodological expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to publish in high‑impact academic venues.
• Potential for effective graduate‑level teaching and mentorship.

Required skills

What we offer

• Highly competitive salary and benefits package.
• Children’s educational support and housing assistance.
• Premier health insurance.
• Teaching load of 2:1.
• State‑of‑the‑art campus in Riyadh with a multicultural community of ~40 nationalities.