Professorship of Public Policy

in the Western Piedmont of North Carolina. Acutely sensitive to; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious UK university is seeking a Professor of Public Policy to join its newly established Bennett School of Public Policy. The role involves leading postgraduate courses and contributing significantly to research leadership. The ideal candidate will have a strong record in public policy, holding a PhD or equivalent. Competitive salary and the opportunity to shape the future of an international policy school are offered. Applications required by 9 February 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Track record of research and teaching in public policy.
• Experience in leadership roles within academic contexts.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in academic recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and teach postgraduate courses in public policy.
• Contribute to research and research leadership at the school.
• Engage in supervision, examining, and administration duties.

Skills

Leadership in public policy

Research in public policy

Teaching experience

Policy engagement

Education

PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Job Title: Professorship of Public Policy
Department/Location: Department of Public Policy (Bennett School of Public Policy)
Reference: JB48228
Closing Date: 09 February 2026

The Board of Electors to the Professorship of Public Policy invites applications from candidates whose work falls within the field of public policy.

We are looking for a successful and dynamic leader to join the senior leadership team in the newly established Bennett School of Public Policy (BSPP). This is an exciting, near-unique opportunity to join the leadership of a major international policy school at one of the world's top universities when it is in its infancy.

The post-holder will play a leading role in teaching on the School's postgraduate courses and will make a significant contribution to research and research leadership in the new School. We are looking for a leader with an outstanding track record of research and teaching in any area of public policy and a commitment to policy engagement. We welcome applicants from different disciplinary backgrounds.

The successful candidate will have an outstanding research record of international stature in public policy. They will hold a PhD or an equivalent postgraduate qualification.

Standard professorial duties include teaching and research, examining, supervision, and administration. The Professor will be based in Cambridge. A competitive salary will be offered.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please visit: http://www.jobs.cam.ac.uk/job/53871.

Enquiries about the application process should be directed to [e-mail].

Applications consisting of a letter of application, a statement of current and future research plans, a curriculum vitae, and a publications list, along with details of three referees, should be made online no later than 9 February 2026.

Informal enquiries may be directed to Professor Michael Kenny, [e-mail] (Convenor of Board of Electors).

Please quote reference JB48228 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.