Gerardo Munck

Gerardo Munck is a Professor of Political Science and International Relations at the University of Southern California (USC), School of International Relations. He holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from the University of California, San Diego (1990). His research focuses on democracy, comparative politics, political regimes, methodology, and Latin America. Key works include Measuring Democracy: A Bridge Between Scholarship and Politics (2009) and Authoritarianism and Democratization: Soldiers and Workers in Argentina (1998). He has advised the UNDP, OAS, and USAID, and served on boards of the American Political Science Association (APSA) and International Political Science Association (IPSA). His awards include the 2003 IPSA Conceptual Innovation Award and an Outstanding Academic Title designation for his 1998 book.

Education: Ph.D. in Political Science, UC San Diego (1990). Academic service includes roles in professional organizations and editorial boards. Research emphasizes democratic governance, political methodology, and Latin America’s political systems. He has authored influential articles on comparative politics, democratization, and political theory, spanning journals in the U.S., Latin America, and Europe.

• Professional Memberships: American Political Science Association (1990–2012)
• Advisory Roles: Faculty Advisor, USC Volunteer Latin America (2007–2012)
• Consultancies: UNDP, OAS, World Bank, and USAID

His work bridges academic scholarship and policy, addressing challenges in measuring democracy and promoting democratic practices globally. Recent publications explore critical junctures, state capacity, and theoretical frameworks for comparative analysis.