Assistant Professor, Social Policy Economics at Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy & Governance in Seattle, Washington

Job Description:

The Daniel J. Evans School of Public Policy & Governance, at the University of Washington, invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning in Fall 2025 (100% FTE, 9-month appointment), to specialize in economic and social policy, including but not limited to, education, labor markets, the safety net, crime, health, or housing. All University of Washington tenure-track faculty engage in teaching, research, and service.

The Evans School is internationally recognized as one of the best public policy and administration programs and is currently rated 8th in national peer rankings overall. Among other areas, our esteemed interdisciplinary faculty has depth of expertise in environmental policy, policy analysis, social policy, public and non-profit management, public leadership, and public finance. The Evans School has strong connections with local, state, and federal public agencies, nonprofit organizations, a large alumni network, and the professional associations of public administration and public policy.

Our mission focuses upon educating leaders, generating knowledge, and hosting communities to co-create solutions to pressing societal problems. We educate diverse students in undergraduate, masters, doctoral, and professional certificate programs. As a result, our school values diversity, rigor, and innovative approaches to public policy and administration, including work that addresses issues of marginalization, discrimination, and structured opportunities created by institutions and policy. Successfulcandidates will be motivated by the schools purpose to inspire public service and democratize public policy.

The base salary range for this position will be $11,000 - $13,000.00 per month, commensurate with experience and qualifications, or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination. A summary of benefits associated with this title/rank can be found on the UW Benefits page. Appointees solely employed and paid directly by a non-UW entity are not UW employees and are not eligible for UW or Washington State employee benefits.

The University of Washington is recognized among the most innovative public universities, offering one of the best research and teaching environments in the United States. Seattle is renowned for its quality of life and long history of innovative public policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM: Ph.D. in Economics, Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, or a related field or foreign equivalent required by the start of appointment. Candidates who fail to satisfy minimum qualifications when hired cannot be considered for this position.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applicants should submit:

• a formal letter of interest describing teaching and research expertise
• a curriculum vitae
• at least three letters of recommendation
• samples of written research work
• a teaching statement
• course evaluations, if available
• a diversity statement noting how your approach to teaching, research and service have the potential to support the Evans Schools commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

All application materials should be submitted to Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/152657. Complete applications received by November 15, 2024,will receive first consideration, but we will review files until the position isfilled.

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