Visiting Assistant Professor of Public Policy

Association for Public Policy Analysis and Management fall conference.; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor of Public Policy. This exciting role includes conducting high-quality research, supporting a renowned professor's agenda, and teaching various courses in the Master of Public Policy Program. The position offers opportunities for professional growth and is committed to equity and inclusion within the academic community. With a focus on quantitative methods and a strong theoretical background, this role is perfect for candidates passionate about shaping future public policy leaders. Join a vibrant academic environment and make a significant impact in the field of public policy.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. required by appointment date with research interests in bureaucratic and European politics.
• Advanced proficiency in quantitative methods and theory building.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and support the research agenda of the Sherwin Whitmore Chair.
• Teach statistics, policy analysis, and economics policy courses.

Skills

Quantitative Methods

Research in Bureaucratic Politics

Research in European Politics

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Fluency in German

Fluency in Italian

Fluency in Portuguese

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Ph.D. in Public Policy or Political Science

Job description

Visiting Assistant Professor of Public Policy

REQ_0000065361 -- Visiting Assistant Professor of Public Policy

The School of Public Policy at The Pennsylvania State University invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor to start Fall 2025, with flexibility.

Responsibilities:

1. Conduct high-quality research and support the research agenda of Professor Anthony Bertelli, the Sherwin Whitmore Chair of Liberal Arts.
2. Teach statistics, policy analysis, or economics policy in the Master of Public Policy Program and the State, Society, and Public Policy course at the undergraduate level.
3. Provide resident instruction and participate in normal university service.

Your teaching load during the academic year is three courses for the School of Public Policy. Onsite teaching is an essential function of this job.

Qualifications:

1. A Ph.D. in public policy, political science, or related field is required by the appointment date.
2. Research interests in bureaucratic politics and/or European politics.
3. Advanced proficiency in quantitative methods and a strong background in theory building.
4. Fluent English language skills are required; fluency in another language, such as French, German, Italian, Portuguese, or Spanish, is desirable.

This is a non-tenure-track, term position with the possibility of renewal. This position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor.

The College of the Liberal Arts is committed to offering professional growth and promotional opportunities for non-tenure-line faculty appointments. Information on faculty ranks and progression can be found at https://policy.psu.edu/policies/ac21.

Interested candidates must submit an online application and upload a cover letter outlining their research interests and methodological expertise, a curriculum vitae (CV), and two writing samples that demonstrate relevant skills and research interests. System limitations allow for a total of 5 documents (5mb per document) as part of your application. Please combine materials to meet the 5-document limit.

Any questions or concerns with the online application can be directed to Paige McCarthy at [e-mail].

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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