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Job Description
The Joseph R. Biden Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration is seeking applications for a twoyear visiting assistant professor to begin summer or fall 2025. We seek scholars whose research advances knowledge of democracy democratic institutions citizen participation democratic practices and public policy or administration.
The successful candidate will contribute to the SNF Ithaca Initiative through teaching research and engagement and will be expected to contribute to the educational mission of the Biden School. Special consideration will be given to those who also contribute to one or more of the Biden Schools areas of strength (listed below).
Ideal candidates will have or demonstrate potential for excellence in research and teaching. Candidates must have a Ph.D. by the time of the appointment. We welcome candidates with doctorates in any relevant field.
Applicants should submit a letter of interest a curriculum vitae research statement teaching statement contact information for three 3 references and one writing sample. Additional information may be requested after initial review of applicants.
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled but applications received by January 31 2025 will receive full consideration. Preliminary interviews will occur via Zoom.
About the School
Named for the 46th president of the United States The Joseph R. Biden Jr. School of Public Policy and Administration at the University of Delaware is ranked in the top 13 of public affairs programs in the United States by U.S. News and World Report. The Biden School ranks #34 overall among 271 national public affairs schools. We are a globally recognized comprehensive school of public affairs that offers a wide range of degrees including undergraduate 41 masters and doctoral education. Faculty and staff conduct interdisciplinary and policyoriented scholarship on critical contemporary issues and carry out engaged public service that improves the quality of life in Delaware the nation and the world. Within the University of Delaware the Biden School serves as an intellectual hub for public policy and administration work and has strengths in:
- Nonprofit Management #16
- Public Management and Leadership #18
- Public Finance and Budgeting #21
- Civic Engagement and Civil Discourse
- Disaster Science and Emergency Management
- Energy and Environmental Policy
- Public Health Policy and Management
- Education and Social Policy
- Urban Data Analytics and Public Policy
Salary benefits teaching load and research support are highly competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates who currently hold tenuretrack appointments at the Assistant Professor level are strongly encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates have a record of publishing and evidence of highly effective teaching in graduate and/or undergraduate courses.
Employment Type
Full Time
