Professorship of Public Policy

Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in the UK is inviting applications for the Professorship of Public Policy. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the newly established Bennett School of Public Policy. The successful candidate will lead teaching efforts in postgraduate courses and significantly impact research and policy engagement. A PhD is required, along with a proven track record in public policy. The application deadline is 9 February 2026.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Leadership role in an esteemed institution

Opportunity for interdisciplinary work

Qualifications

• Outstanding research record of international stature in public policy.
• Commitment to policy engagement and teaching at postgraduate level.
• Experience in examining, supervision, and administration.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching in the School's postgraduate courses.
• Contribute significantly to research and leadership in the new School.
• Engage with policy through various channels.

Skills

Leadership in research and teaching

Policy engagement

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

PhD or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

# Professorship of Public PolicyThe Board of Electors to the Professorship of Public Policy invite 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 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.Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.Enquires about the application process should be directed to [e-mail], 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.### Department/location### Salary### ReferenceJB48228### Category### Date published10 December 2025### Closing date9 February 2026