Assistant Professor - Public Administration

Posting Details
Posting Summary

Logo Posting Number FAC00146PO17 Classification Title Assistant Professor Internal Title Assistant Professor - Public Administration Campus Columbia 01 College/Division College of Arts and Sciences Department Political Science Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per week 40 Hours per year 1560 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 9 months Work County Richland 40 Tenure Information Tenure-Track/Tenured Job Search Category Faculty

About UofSC

The University of South Carolina System is comprised of the state's flagship university in Columbia (founded in 1801 and currently one of the top 50 "Best Colleges" according to U.S. News and World Report), three regional comprehensive universities (USC Aiken, USC Beaufort and USC Upstate), and Palmetto College consisting of four two-year campuses (USC Lancaster, USC Salkehatchie, USC Sumter, USC Union and Fort Jackson/Extended University). Together, the USC System institutions offer more than 450 degree programs on campus and online and are uniquely positioned to meet the state's educational, cultural, health and research needs. The System employs nearly 14,000 people who work daily to improve the lives of students, fellow South Carolinians and the world. Our diverse engaged faculty and staff enjoy a dynamic and intellectually stimulating work environment.

Benefits for Temporary Positions

The University of South Carolina (UofSC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. To learn more about UofSC benefits, access the benefits section on the Applicant Portal.

Position Description

Advertised Job Summary

The Department of Political Science (http://artsandsciences.sc.edu/poli/) seeks applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Public Administration to begin August 16, 2018. The position is open with regard to substantive specialization. We seek candidates with rigorous, theoretically-informed research agendas who have an established record of publishing in leading public administration and political science outlets.

Successful candidates will be able to contribute to the department's Master in Public Administration program, with the ability to teach core and elective classes in this program. Successful candidates will also be able to contribute to the department's methods sequence in the undergraduate, MPA, and/or Ph.D. programs.

Required Education and Experience

A Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Administration, or a closely related field of study is required by the start date of appointment.

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Desired Start Date 08/16/2018 Job Open Date 10/26/2017 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a writing sample, statements of research and teaching interests, graduate transcript, and three letters of recommendation.

Applications received by November 6, 2017 are assured full consideration.

Quicklink for Posting http://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/20619 EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age, disability, veteran status or genetics.

Position Attributes

Safety Sensitive or Security Sensitive No

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Writing Sample(s)/Sample Publications
4. List of References and Contact Information
5. Teaching Statement
6. Research Statement

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1
2. Letter of Recommendation 2
3. Letter of Recommendation 3
4. Other Supporting Documents
5. Research Portfolio
6. Teaching Portfolio

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