American Political Science Association

The American Political Science Association enables political scientists to join together to create an environment conducive to teaching, research, and practice in all fields of political science and to ensure the necessary support for the discipline to thrive. This independent, self-governing society is committed to fostering the study of politics, strengthening the profession, and providing an organizational mechanism to serve its members as well as, more generally, political scientists and the broader public. APSA’s values include deep and honest scholarship, teaching that enhances understanding of and participation in politics and government, and academic freedom to investigate political issues without interference.

The APSA is a 501(c)3 nonprofit educational association that serves a membership base of 13,000 in over 80 countries. With a range of programs and services for individuals, departments and institutions, APSA brings together political scientists from all fields of inquiry, regions and occupational endeavors within and outside academe in order to expand awareness and understanding of politics. To learn more about APSA, please visit www.apsa.org . APSA offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. APSA has a metro-accessible location in Dupont Circle in Washington, DC, with a full-time staff of 25. APSA is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity and welcomes applications from anyone with the qualifications indicated above.