Assistant Professor of Public Policy at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro, Arkansas

Job Description:

Position #: F00078

Department: Political Science

Employment Status: Full time (29-40 Hrs)

# of openings: 1

Proposed Salary Range: Commensurate with Experience

Type of Employment: Faculty

Location: ASU-Jonesboro

Closing: 12/4/24


Please note: All postings close at 12 A.M. CST on the closing date. A-State participates in E-Verify.

Position Summary:

The Department of Government, Law & Policy at Arkansas State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the level of assistant professor in public policy, beginning Fall 2025. The potential candidate must have a PhD at hand. Candidates who are advanced ABDs will be considered, although obtaining the PhD degree by August 2025 is required. The position is open with respect to a specific area of specialization in public administration and policy (comparative perspectives are openly considered), although candidates whose research and teaching interests include public management are strongly encouraged to apply. We would also welcome expertise in grant writing and human resources. The primary teaching responsibility will be in our NASPAA-accredited MPA program. The Department also seeks to attract a candidate who can occasionally enhance the department's course offerings in the undergraduate program in political science.

Requirements: (1) A statement of purpose indicating research and teaching interests and credentials, (2) Curriculum Vitae, (3) Graduate transcripts, (4) Evidence of teaching ability, (5) A Writing sample (a peer reviewed article that was recently published or dissertation chapter will suffice), and (6) A list of three academic references that will be contacted by the search committee if short-listed. All items listed as requirements must be submitted in order for your file to be considered complete. Review of applications will begin on December 4, 2024. Arkansas State University is a comprehensive Carnegie classified R2 public university located approximately 70 miles northwest of Memphis. The department also offers a well-rounded curriculum to its 100 majors in the undergraduate program in political science.

Duties & Responsibilities:

The teaching load of the faculty is in alignment with a Carnegie-classified R2 institution. Faculty workload includes research, creative activity, service, and professional development in the best interest of the students and community at large.

Faculty members deliver instruction, carry out research, perform service for their respective professions and community, and participate in the management of the University through shared governance. Each member of the faculty has the duty to deliver instruction and maintain a learning environment consistent with the highest standards of the profession. The faculty has a responsibility to set degree requirements, assess when they are met, and establish and maintain curricula that meet professional standards and fulfill the educational goals of the University.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge, skills, and abilities required or applicable to the position responsibilities and area of specialization, including special abilities

General Days/Hours:

Monday - Friday
8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Additional hours as requested and/or needed
Regular and reliable attendance

Other:

Please note: all position postings close at 12:00 A.M. CST on the position closing date

Minimum Qualifications:

An earned doctorate in Political Science, Public Policy, or Public Administration.

E-Verify Participation Notice:

https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf

E-Verify Right to Work:

https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RightToWorkPoster%20Eng_Es.pdf

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