Teaching Professor, Policy Studies & Applied Learning

Syracuse University; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Syracuse University’s Maxwell School seeks an outstanding candidate for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor position in Policy Studies. The role is non-tenure-track with three courses per semester for two semesters yearly, renewable after three years, with potential for promotion to higher ranks.

The hire will join the Department of Public Administration and International Affairs and teach in interdisciplinary undergrad and possibly graduate programs, emphasizing experiential learning and

Qualifications

• PhD in public administration, public policy, or a related social science discipline is required.
• Teaching experience or evidence of potential for teaching excellence is required.
• Ability to interact effectively with diverse people in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Capacity to develop and lead experiential and applied learning opportunities for students.
• Ability to work with non-profit organizations, government agencies, and businesses for undergraduate research and internships is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses for the undergraduate Policy Studies major.
• Occasionally teach in the Public Administration and International Affairs graduate programs.
• Engage in administrative duties and service to the department, school, and University.
• Provide student advising and support admissions/placement; participate in curriculum oversight committees.
• Maintain currency in field and support applied research and professional activities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Public administration expertise

Education

PhD in public administration or public policy

Job description

Syracuse University’s Maxwell School seeks an outstanding candidate for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor position in Policy Studies. The role is non-tenure-track with three courses per semester for two semesters yearly, renewable after three years, with potential for promotion to higher ranks.

The hire will join the Department of Public Administration and International Affairs and teach in interdisciplinary undergrad and possibly graduate programs, emphasizing experiential learning and