Assistant Professor of Quantitative Social Science

The Program in Quantitative Social Science (QSS) at Dartmouth College seeks a teacher-scholar for appointment as a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor, to begin as early as July 1, 2026. QSS is an interdisciplinary program that integrates modern statistical, computational, and mathematical tools with social science. With an emphasis on tackling social science questions, relevant fields for this search include economics, geography, political science, social psychology, sociology, applied mathematics, statistics, demography, and related disciplines.

Applicants should have a strong methodological background and should seek to (1) conduct social science research using advanced quantitative or game theoretic methods; (2) teach and develop courses in research design, statistical methods, and/or game theoretic methods at the undergraduate level; and (3) facilitate the continuing development of the QSS program. The person in this position will teach methods courses in the QSS curriculum and also strengthen ties between QSS and other departments at Dartmouth that rely on statistical, computational, and/or game theoretic methods for research. QSS averages approximately 50 majors per year and approximately 20 percent of its graduating students write honors theses. Keen interest in mentoring of undergraduates is a must for the person in this position, along with a demonstrated interest in encouraging students of all backgrounds and disciplinary interests.

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 cover letter 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.

Qualified candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, or be ABD with degree conferred by the start date. Effective classroom teaching is essential to this position as is interest in leadership of QSS.

Please submit all materials electronically via Interfolio. Letters may be addressed to Professor Brendan Nyhan.

1. Cover Letter, addressing all relevant aspects of the position description;
2. CV, including contact information for three references;
3. Two (2) writing samples that together demonstrate strong skills in applied statistical methods, research design, and/or game theoretic methods.
4. Three (3) letters of recommendation.

Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. For questions regarding this position, please contact: Andrew Coombs (Andrew.G.Coombs@dartmouth.edu).

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