Assistant Professor of Public Affairs and Adminstration (2 positions)

Public Value; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking two full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professors at California State University, East Bay. Candidates will teach graduate courses, advise students, and maintain an active research agenda. The role demands commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Applicants should hold a doctorate in public administration or a related field, with a strong teaching background and skills in leadership and committee work. Salary will depend on education and experience, beginning Fall Semester 2027.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in public administration or related field, ABDs acceptable.
• Broad expertise in leadership, policy, finance & budgeting, quality assessment, and strategic planning.
• Demonstrated experience teaching public administration at the graduate level.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses in the MPA and MS‑HCA programs.
• Advise students and support research.
• Contribute to program development and maintain an active research portfolio.

Skills

Teaching graduate courses in public administration

Research portfolio development

Advising students

Committee participation

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Education

Earned doctorate in public administration or related field

Job description

Faculty Employment Opportunity

Assistant Professor (2 positions) – Full‑Time, Tenure‑Track.

Location

California State University, East Bay (CSUEB) – Hayward campus, Concord Center, and online.

Duties

The successful candidates will:
- Teach graduate courses in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) and Master of Science in Health Care Administration (MS‑HCA) programs, with a preference for online and hybrid modalities.
- Advise students, support research, and contribute to program development.
- Maintain an active research portfolio and pursue scholarly publication.
- Participate in departmental, college, and university‑wide committees and administrative activities.
- Foster a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for all students.

Eligibility & Application Deadline

Position is open until filled. Applications are accepted continuously. Candidates must submit a letter of application addressing the qualifications, a complete current CV, unofficial transcripts for the highest degree, and names and email addresses for three letters of recommendation.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in public administration or related field (ABDs acceptable if Ph.D. completed by appointment date in August 2027).
• Broad expertise in core public administration areas: leadership, policy, finance & budgeting, quality assessment & improvement, and strategic planning.
• Preferred expertise in health care administration and related policy areas.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching public administration at the graduate level, with a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Record of scholarly achievement and an active research agenda, including opportunities for community engagement.
• Experience in committee work, leadership roles, and service to institutional or community stakeholders.
• Demonstrated skills in advising and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.

Salary & Appointment

Assistant Professor – Salary dependent upon education and experience; salary range to be provided. Appointment begins Fall Semester 2027.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including criminal, academic, and employment verification. Conditional offers may be rescinded if disqualifying information is found or if false statements are made.

Accessibility and Accommodations

For information on the university’s program supporting the rights of students with disabilities, visit https://www.csueastbay.edu/accessibility/. Contact Iris Gallardo, Human Resources: 510‑885‑2335 or [e-mail] for employee accommodations.

EEO Statement

CSUEB is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status. The university complies with Title VI, Title IX, the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, Proposition 209, and all applicable state and federal civil rights laws.

Contact

Michael Moon, Ph.D., Department Chair – [e-mail]