Assistant Professor of Political Science (Public Opinion)

University of Arkansas
United States, Arkansas, Fayetteville
346 North West Avenue (Show on map)
Aug 29, 2024
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Closing Date: Type of Position:Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track Workstudy Position: No Job Type:Regular Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) Sponsorship Available: Yes Institution Name: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations. The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life. As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary. Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening. If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations \| OEOC \| University of Arkansas (uark.edu) : Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied. For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351. Department:Department of Political Sciences Department's Website: https://fulbright.uark.edu/departments/political-science Summary of Job Duties:The Department of Political Science in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in American Politics to start in August 2025. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research and teaching interests lie in public opinion, survey research, and the regional politics of the U.S. South. The expected teaching load will be two courses a semester and the successful candidate will work with the Blair Center of Southern Politics and Society. This tenure-track Assistant Professor position entails conducting research leading to publication, engaging in creative and/or scholarly activities, designing graduate and undergraduate courses, developing and implementing new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the field, providing curriculum material, constructing syllabi, leading classroom instruction, writing and administering exams, mentoring and evaluating students, creating interest and understanding among students, serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees, providing service on campus an in related professional organizations, and participating in faculty governance in the department and on campus. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others. About the Department: The Department of Political Science consists of 23 full-time faculty and is committed to strengthening the diversity of its faculty, student body, and curriculum. For more information about our department, please visit https://fulbright.uark.edu/departments/political-science. The Diane D. Blair Center of Southern Politics & Society supports and promotes the critical, interdisciplinary study of the politics and culture of the American South past and present. For more information, please visit: https://blaircenter.uark.edu/. Duties will include: 40% Teaching 40% Research 20% Service Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:* With submitted materials, the candidate must demonstrate A Ph.D. degree in Political Science or a related field with a specialization in public opinion and the US South from an accredited institution of higher education conferred by the start of appointment A record of successful research and publication (e.g., journal articles published in reputable outlets) A well-defined research agenda that employs survey research and examines the US South Evidence of effective teaching (e.g., teaching evaluations, sample syllabus, teaching portfolio) Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated excellence in teaching A demonstrated ability to teach an undergraduate course in American National Government, State and Local Politics, Campaigns and Elections, or similarly related topics A demonstrated potential for publishing in top-tier outlets Demonstrated experience in survey construction and methodology A demonstrated commitment to graduate and undergraduate education and a willingness to contribute to our department's existing teaching strengths A demonstrated commitment to working successfully with a student population from different backgrounds Potential to secure external grant funding A demonstrated commitment to active scholarly service Additional Information: Salary Information: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Other (see special instructions for details), Statement of Research Philosophy, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, Unofficial/Official Transcript(s), Writing Sample Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status Recruitment Contact Information: Angie Maxwell, search committee chair, amax@uark.edu All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS Please do not send to listed recruitment contact. Special Instructions to Applicants: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Completed applications received by September 15, 2024, will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position. For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee chair, Angie Maxwell, at amax@uark.edu. Applicants must submit 1.A cover letter indicating interest and qualifications. 2.A current curriculum vita. 3.A research statement. 4.A teaching statement describing approach to instruction, assessment of learning, and means of including students from different backgrounds and with different learning abilities. 5.Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations (when available) demonstrating excellence in instruction. 6.Unofficial graduate transcripts. 7.Two writing samples, one of which must be single authored. 8.A list of three professional references (name, title, email address, and phone number) willing to provide letters of recommendation if requested during the application process. Letters of recommendation will be requested only for finalists. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds inclusion, opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all. The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act. Constant Physical Activity:N/A Frequent Physical Activity:N/A Occasional Physical Activity:N/A Benefits Eligible:Yes