The Department of Political Science at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position, to begin August 13, 2023. Applicants should have a demonstrated ability to offer classes and conduct research in the subfield of American politics, with preference given to those whose teaching and research contribute to one or more areas including: the media, identity politics (broadly defined), Indigenous studies, research methods, and/or political theory. The successful applicant will be responsible for teaching multiple cohorted sections of Introduction to American Politics per academic year for North Star College (NSC). NSC is a middle college partnership between UAF and the Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, which enables high school seniors and juniors to enroll in UAF courses. Introduction to American Politics is a core course in NSC. More information on NSC can be found at: https://www.k12northstar.org/domain/5708 . Overall, applicants should have a strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching, an active research agenda, and a willingness to contribute to departmental, university, professional, and community service including community outreach.
UAF is the flagship campus of the University of Alaska system and America’s Arctic university, with a diverse student body and favorable student-faculty ratio. The Department of Political Science is a campus leader in undergraduate and graduate teaching. Our programs prepare students for graduate and professional school, as well as careers in government and civil society organizations. For information on UAF faculty, programs, and life in Alaska visit www.uaf.edu .
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
- Knowledge of and experience with teaching traditionally underrepresented and/or under-resourced student populations such as: first-generation college students, students with limited financial resources, students experiencing a documented disability, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to offer classes and conduct research in the subfield of American politics
- Ability to teach and develop interactive online courses; mentor traditional and non-traditional students, including those who may be new to university campus and online learning environments; openness to being a contributing member of the Political Science Department and working with colleagues in other disciplines; commitment to integrating multi-cultural perspectives and content into every course.
Typical Experience:
- Candidates should have experience teaching at the university level and a demonstrated capacity for excellence in research.
- Teaching face-to-face as well as online; developing and teaching face-to-face courses; mentoring undergraduate students; interest and/or experience in working with diverse populations; using instructional technologies in instruction.
Required Education or Training:
Ph.D. in Political Science or closely related discipline at the time of appointment.
Salary Information:
This is a full-time, 9-month, faculty staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package .
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please submit:
An initial review of applicants will begin Monday, April 10, 2023. The position will be open until filled.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
This position is represented by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC). http://www.unitedacademics.net/
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Ellen Cruse, HR Coordinator, College of Liberal Arts, at [email protected] or (907) 474-1134.
Advertised:09 Mar 2023 Alaskan Standard Time
Applications close:Open until filled