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Senior Research Scientist – Public Health Systems and Evaluation NORC at the University of Chicago

Washington, D.C.

$136,500–$155,000 / year

Our team includes prominent health policy experts, nationally recognized public health researchers with general and specialized expertise in areas such as rural health and tribal issues, health communications, skilled methodologists, and leaders in the field of survey design and implementation. With world-class benefits, a business casual environment, and an emphasis on continuous learning, NORC is a place where people join for the stellar research and analysis work for which we’re known, and stay for the relationships they form with their colleagues who take pride in the impact their work is making on a global scale.

30+ days ago

Political Science, Department of Applied Sciences and Professional Studies - Adjunct Faculty University of Maryland Global Campus

Quantico, Virginia

Founded in 1947, UMGC is an open-access, minority-serving institution serving over 90,000 nontraditional learners worldwide, including a proud, large military-affiliated population. The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities.

8 days ago

Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Affairs George Washington University

Washington, DC

$105,000–$125,000 / year

Posting Number: F002646 Academic Title: Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Affairs Rank: Assistant Professor Administrative Title: Discipline Social Sciences Specialty: Contract Type: Tenure Track Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2027 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary: Security studies: The George Washington University's Elliott School of International Affairs and Department of Political Science invite applications for two full-time, tenure-track faculty positions in security studies at the level of assistant professor beginning as early as Fall 2027. Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Teaching responsibilities will include high-quality courses for undergraduate and graduate students in the Elliott School (at the MA level) and Political Science Department (at the PhD level), and the candidate should maintain flexibility in terms of the eventual teaching portfolio.

30+ days ago

Research Services Librarian for the Social and Political Sciences George Washington University

Washington, DC

$58,566–$65,000 / year

Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 10/01/2026 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary: The George Washington University Libraries and Academic Innovation (GWLAI) enriches the academic experience of scholars and students and sparks innovation at GW. Posting Number: F002653 Academic Title: Research Services Librarian for the Social and Political Sciences Rank: Librarian I, Librarian II, Librarian III, Librarian IV Administrative Title: Discipline Libraries Specialty: Contract Type: Renewable Appointment (initial appt period) - Renewable period depending on rank at date of hire.

30+ days ago

Assistant Professor of Political Science George Washington University

Washington, DC

$100,000–$120,000 / year

Posting Number: F002655 Academic Title: Assistant Professor of Political Science Rank: Assistant Professor Administrative Title: Discipline Social Sciences Specialty: Comparative Politics Contract Type: Tenure Track Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2027 Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time Position Description Summary: The Department of Political Science invites applications for a tenure-track position in Comparative Politics at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning as early as Fall 2027. Special Instructions to Applicants: To apply please complete an online faculty application and upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching interest, statement of research interest, summaries of teaching evaluations (if available), and samples of written work.

30+ days ago

Affiliate Instructor - Political Science Loyola University Maryland

Baltimore, MD

$4,000–$4,500

Loyola enrolls 4,000 undergraduate and 2,000 graduate students across the Sellinger School of Business and Management, the School of Education, and Loyola College of Arts and Sciences. Loyola University Maryland is a Jesuit, Catholic university committed to the educational and spiritual traditions of the Society of Jesus and to the ideals of liberal education and the development of the whole person.

30+ days ago

Adjunct Faculty - Political Science-Alexandria VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM

Alexandria, VA

Working Title Adjunct Faculty - Political Science-Alexandria Role Title Role Code FLSA Exempt Pay Band 00 Position Number 280A2020 Agency Northern VA Community College Division NV280-Provost Alexandria Work Location Alexandria - 510 Hiring Range Flat rate paid per credit hour based on the assigned rank: Assistant Instructor ($819), Instructor ($935), Assistant Professor ($1,047), Associate Professor ($1,160), and Professor ($1,249). Essential Functions: As a part of the primary responsibility to provide quality instruction, the College expects each faculty member to meet assigned classes regularly; submit required records and reports routinely; teach the prescribed courses of study with the established texts; and adhere to the statement on professional ethics in accordance with college policies, procedures, and regulations.

2 days ago

Adjunct Faculty Political Science Z-CANCELLED-Bay Atlantic University

Washington

The Adjunct teaching instructor will provide instruction across multiple areas and will be required to: · Prepare lecture content; · Utilize a variety of teaching strategies to deliver the course content; · Engage in assessing student learning and advising students at the undergraduate level; · Collaborate with colleagues; · Continue professional development in scholarship, teaching, community service; · Demonstrate expertise and knowledge of the course content. Bay Atlantic University is seeking highly qualified applicants for the following graduate level programs: Strategic Planning, Public Management, Policy Formulation, and Public Policy/Public Administration .

30+ days ago

Adjunct Faculty - Political Science-Alexandria Commonwealth of Virginia

Alexandria, VA

$51,418–$72,000 / year

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30+ days ago

Senior Political Compliance Manager Aristotle

Washington, DC

$85,000–$100,000 / year

For selected clients, the incumbent will act as primary relationship manager and will be responsible for managing client expectations, communicating project status, increasing customer satisfaction, ensuring customer retention, identifying, and pursuing up sell opportunities, and resolving product/business issues experienced by the clients. Regular tasks include entering or managing the entry of data in client PAC databases; screening proposed contributions against relevant prohibitions and limits; performing regular bank reconciliations; and, assisting clients in PAC management and internal reporting.

30+ days ago

Policy Analyst, Public Affairs and Political Strategy Google LLC

Washington D.C., DC

Google Client Services, an entity within the Government Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP) team, manages the company's engagement with executive branch officials, legislators, regulators and third-parties in the formation of public policy in the United States. In this role, you will build and maintain policy materials and help craft policy narratives for Googles engagement with local, state, and national policymakers on critical tech policy issues that directly impact Google's business.

9 days ago

Political Economy Analysis Advisor Creative Associates International

Washington, DC

Required Skills & Qualifications: Advanced degree (master's or doctorate) in social sciences, conflict resolution, law, political science, international development, or a related field; At least five (5) years of demonstrated experience conducting in-depth political economy assessments or similar analysis in conflict-affected and fragile states with international organizations or research institutions; Demonstrated experience with a range of research approaches that support and/or complement political economy analysis, including qualitative and quantitative research, conflict assessment, and/or gender analysis; Experience integrating views of different stakeholders at multiple levels to inform policy and programming decisions and activities; Expertise in incorporating PEA learning into program design, monitoring, evaluation, indicator development, impact analysis, and collaborative learning; Knowledge of analytical tools employed in crisis-affected/fragile contexts; and. Position Summary: Creative Associates seeks a Political Economy Analysis (PEA) Advisor for forthcoming donor-funded governance programs in West Africa.

30+ days ago

Director of Political Affairs American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Rockville, MD

At ASHA, we believe in working together to make well-informed decisions that will advance the association and the discipline of human communication sciences and disorders; teamwork is vital to achieving our mission, vision, and maximizing impact. Manages all aspects of ASHA-PAC, including: a) developing fundraising strategies; b) issuing and tracking disbursements; c) recording all transactions; d) preparing financial and activity reports, and; e) ensuring full compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.

2 days ago

Political Compliance Manager PAC OUTSOURCING LLC

Alexandria, VA

Full time

PAC Outsourcing LLC (www.pacout.com), a team of campaign finance and election law professionals located in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Political Compliance Manager. Ability to commute/relocate: Alexandria, VA 22303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required).

30+ days ago

Political Risk Analyst/Consultant – Indo-Pacific Affairs Niti Global Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

Washington D.C., DC

Remote

$2,500–$4,000 / month

We provide high-stakes Risk Intelligence and data-driven Market Strategy to help global clients navigate complex geopolitical and economic landscapes with confidence. - Monitor and assess regional trends, including trade policies, geopolitical conflicts, and international agreements.

15 days ago

Political Risk Expert - AI Trainer Mercor

Washington, District of Columbia

Remote

$150–$250 / hour

Make and document directional judgments about polling, win probabilities, and market-implied odds. Experience in political science departments and survey research centers at universities in target states.

30+ days ago

Political Compliance Manager Aristotle

Washington, DC

$65,000–$85,000 / year

In addition, for selected clients, the incumbent will act as primary relationship manager and will be responsible for managing client expectations, communicating project status, increasing customer satisfaction, ensuring customer retention, identifying, and pursuing up sell opportunities, and resolving product/business issues experienced by the clients. Regular tasks include entering or managing the entry of data in client PAC databases; screening proposed contributions against relevant prohibitions and limits; performing regular bank reconciliations; and assisting clients in PAC management and internal reporting.

30+ days ago

Political-Military (POL/MIL) Analyst Maxar Technologies Inc (Inactive)

The successful candidate will produce high-quality analytical products that assess military capabilities, defense policies, leadership intentions, geopolitical trends, and regional security dynamics to support government and defense stakeholders. Vantor is seeking an experienced Political-Military (POL/MIL) Analyst to support strategic assessments, intelligence analysis, and decision-making efforts in the GCC.

30+ days ago

Senior Compliance Program Manager, Political Law Anthropic PBC

Washington, DC

$255,000–$270,000 / year

Because we run lean, you may support certain workstreams in our broader corporate compliance program - gifts and hospitality, conflicts of interest, outside business activities and related day-to-day matters - and help design the AI-assisted workflows that let a small team cover a large surface area. Hands-on ownership of political law compliance programs - corporate PAC, campaign finance, pay-to-play preclearance and covered-persons tracking, lobbying registration and reporting, government gift and ethics rules - or a closely comparable multi-jurisdiction regulatory program.

25 days ago

Political Risk Insurance Projects Director Dexis Online

Washington, DC

$150,000–$175,000 / year

Reviews and works with other relevant departments to determine appropriateness of foreign government approval of the project and the investment's contribution to economic development in the project host country; the effect on U.S. balance of payments and employment; and the projects' environmental implications. Work may include overseas travel to conduct due diligence about the current political situation in a country where issues are affecting the client's operations, conducting special negotiations, and working with local U.S. Embassy staff to deal with specific country issues.

30+ days ago

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Political Science Jobs in Washington, DC

Senior Research Scientist – Public Health Systems and Evaluation NORC at the University of Chicago

Political Science, Department of Applied Sciences and Professional Studies - Adjunct Faculty University of Maryland Global Campus

Assistant Professor of Political Science and International Affairs George Washington University

Research Services Librarian for the Social and Political Sciences George Washington University

Assistant Professor of Political Science George Washington University

Affiliate Instructor - Political Science Loyola University Maryland

Adjunct Faculty - Political Science-Alexandria VIRGINIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE SYSTEM

Adjunct Faculty Political Science Z-CANCELLED-Bay Atlantic University

Adjunct Faculty - Political Science-Alexandria Commonwealth of Virginia

Senior Political Compliance Manager Aristotle

Policy Analyst, Public Affairs and Political Strategy Google LLC

Political Economy Analysis Advisor Creative Associates International

Director of Political Affairs American Speech-Language-Hearing Association

Political Compliance Manager PAC OUTSOURCING LLC

Political Risk Analyst/Consultant – Indo-Pacific Affairs Niti Global Consulting Pvt. Ltd.

Political Risk Expert - AI Trainer Mercor

Political Compliance Manager Aristotle

Political-Military (POL/MIL) Analyst Maxar Technologies Inc (Inactive)

Senior Compliance Program Manager, Political Law Anthropic PBC

Political Risk Insurance Projects Director Dexis Online

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