Assistant Professor - Political Science
The University of Texas at Arlington

Job Info

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Posting Number:

F00559P

Position Title:

Assistant Professor - Political Science

Department:

Political Science

Location:

Arlington

Job Family:

Faculty

Position Status:

Full-time

Rank:

Tenure-track

Work Hours:

Standard

Open to:

External and Internal

FLSA:

Exempt

Duration:

Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Job Summary:

The Department of Political Science in the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Texas at Arlington invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in Public Policy, to begin in August 2025. We are especially interested in candidates whose research and teaching interests lie in one of these areas or at their nexus: health, environmental, and/or technology politics and policymaking. The Department includes and welcomes a wide range of methodologies.

Benefits at UTA:

We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all our employees at the University.

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CBC Requirement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Candidates should demonstrate a record of, or potential for, excellence in social science research, undergraduate and graduate teaching, and service appropriate to the rank. The successful applicant will be expected to develop and teach substantive courses in their area of expertise, including introductory courses, upper-level undergraduate courses, and Master's level courses. They should serve as an effective teacher who can relate the real-world application of public policy ideas and theories to students. They will also provide research advising to students.

Required Qualifications:

• A completed Ph.D. in Political Science or a related field is expected at the time of appointment.
• ABDs will be considered.
• Strong research record.
• Interest in teaching, research, and service at a sustained level sufficient to meet tenure standards.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in Political Science.
• Experience teaching courses in public policy.

Department Information:

The Department of Political Science (see our Facebook page and Instagram) offers a Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts. It serves students from across the University (in state-mandated introductory courses) as well as over two hundred and forty undergraduate majors and minors and ten to twenty graduate students. The Department is part of the College of Liberal Arts, which focuses on high-quality research and teaching, including through study abroad, internships, and service learning.

University Information:

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100. The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Working Title:

Assistant Professor - Political Science (Public Policy)

EEO Statement:

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations:

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu.

Number of Vacancies:

1

Desired Start Date:

08/15/2025

Open Date:

08/20/2024

Review Start Date:

08/26/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

To apply, applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29334 and submit the following materials:

Required Documents:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Transcripts
• A research statement
• One to two writing samples
• A teaching statement
• Other documents - If available, evidence of teaching ability (such as syllabi and/or evaluations)
• Contact information for three references. Referees will be automatically notified to upload their letters as soon as possible.

Applicants must apply by September 30, 2024. Review of applications will begin immediately after that and will continue until the position is filled.
Questions may be addressed to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Kayla Canelo at kayla.canelo@uta.edu.
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta

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