Assistant Professor
University, MS, US, 38677
Note for Current UM Employees
Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu
Position Description
The Department of Public Policy Leadership at the University of Mississippi invites applications for a tenure track assistant professorship to begin in August 2024. The position has a 3/2 teaching load, and the successful candidate will advance an active research agenda. Teaching responsibilities include the department’s required courses in Public Policy Research Methods (PPL 210) and Policy Design and Analysis (PPL 310), Advanced Quantitative Methods (PPL 399), and courses in the candidate’s area of specialization. A Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration, Political Science or a closely related field is required at the time of employment, as is a record of excellence in teaching and research. A strong background in quantitative methods and policy analysis is required.
The Department provides a challenging undergraduate major that prepares high-performing students for positions of leadership in an increasingly complex world. The interdisciplinary curriculum for the major incorporates economics, geography, philosophy, political science, public administration, and public policy. The program emphasizes the global nature of responsible decision-making; the ethical imperatives of leadership; critical thinking and communication skills; and the conceptual and methodological skills necessary for careful policy analysis. Visit our website at http://leadership.olemiss.edu.
Apply online: https://careers.olemiss.edu. Applications should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, and a teaching portfolio (including syllabi and evaluations, if available). The review of applications will begin on September 25, 2023 and continue until the position is filled.
Position Details
Appointment (9 Month)
Assignment Type (Tenure Track)
Application Procedures
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About the University of MS & Oxford, MS
Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.
Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.
Background Check Statement
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EEO Statement
Nearest Major Market: Oxford Mississippi