Urban Public Management & Service Delivery Professor

Virginia Commonwealth University, L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvard Kennedy School invites applications for an open-rank position in public management, with a focus on cities and local government.

We seek exceptional scholars with expertise in the design and delivery of public services, including their consequences for residents; the public sector workforce, including issues of recruitment, retention, and performance management; and how new technologies can be leveraged to transform governance and improve public services.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field by June 2027 or expected by then.
• Strong evidence of commitment to research and publication record.
• Strong teaching skills and demonstrated interest in public policy issues.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching ability

Public policy interest

Education

PhD in Public Administration or related field

Job description

Harvard Kennedy School invites applications for an open-rank position in public management, with a focus on cities and local government.

We seek exceptional scholars with expertise in the design and delivery of public services, including their consequences for residents; the public sector workforce, including issues of recruitment, retention, and performance management; and how new technologies can be leveraged to transform governance and improve public services.