UAF College of Liberal Arts Assistant Professor of Political Science Public Law Job in Fairbanks 2023
CLASSIFICATION: Assistant Professor (F9)
GRADE: UNAC Grade 30
WORK TYPE: Faculty Full-time, On Campus
ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: University of Alaska Fairbanks
SCHOOL/BUSINESS UNIT: UAF College of Liberal Arts
LOCATION: Fairbanks
CATEGORIES: Education/Instructional
Position Summary:
The Department of Political Science at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Public Law. This is a nine-month appointment. The department is looking for candidates with a strong commitment to undergraduate education, an active research agenda, and an interest in contributing to interdisciplinary graduate programs.
Duties:
Teaching – Teaching five political science classes per year for the department. Research – Researching and publishing peer-reviewed articles and/or books in relevant research fields Service – Engaging in departmental, university, community/public, and disciplinary service, including community outreach.
The Department of Political Science at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, to begin August 13, 2023. Applicants should have a demonstrated ability to offer classes and conduct research in public law, with preference given to those whose teaching and research focus on environmental law or policy and who can contribute to one or more additional areas including: American politics, research methods, and/or political theory. Applicants should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, an active research agenda, and a willingness to contribute to departmental, university, professional, and community service including community outreach.
UAF is the flagship campus of the University of Alaska system and America’s Arctic university, with a diverse student body and favorable student-faculty ratio. The Department of Political Science is a campus leader in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Our programs prepare students for graduate and professional school, as well as careers in government and civil society organizations. For information on UAF faculty, programs, and life in Alaska visit www.uaf.edu.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Knowledge of and experience with teaching traditionally underrepresented and/or under-resourced student populations such as: first-generation college students, students with limited financial resources, students experiencing a documented disability, etc.
- Teaching and developing interactive online courses
- Mentoring traditional and non-traditional students, including those who may be new to university campus and online learning environments
- Openness to being a contributing member of the Political Science Department and working with colleagues in other disciplines
- Commitment to integrating multi-cultural perspectives and content into every course
TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:
Candidates should have experience teaching at the university level and a demonstrated capacity for excellence in research. Candidates should also have experience developing and teaching interactive online courses as well as face-to-face courses. Mentoring undergraduate students. Interest and/or experience in working with diverse populations. Using instructional technologies in instruction.
REQUIRED EDUCATION OR TRAINING:
PhD in Political Science or closely related discipline or J.D. at the time of appointment required.
SALARY INFORMATION:
This is a full-time, 9-month, faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:
Please submit:
- A cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Graduate transcripts (unofficial are accepted)
- Three professional letters of reference
- A sample of scholarly writing, such as a dissertation chapter, working paper, or peer-reviewed publication (no more than 25 pages)
To ensure consideration, please apply no later than 11:55 PM Sunday, April 9, 2023. An initial review of applicants will begin Monday, April 10, 2023 The position will be open until filled.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Open until filled
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