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Dear Colleagues,

The University of Connecticut's Department of Public Policy has 2 available
positions within the MPA program, one with a focus on public and nonprofit
management. Please see the job posting information below or in the attached
file. My apologies for any cross-posting.

Best regards,
Deneen

Job Posting Title: Instructor/Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (2 positions)

Job Summary: The Department of Public Policy (DPP) at the University of
Connecticut seeks to fill two tenure track positions at the rank of
Instructor, Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. DPP is home to the
NASPAA-accredited Master of Public Administration program (MPA), the on-line
Graduate Program in Survey Research (GPSR), and three graduate certificate
programs. The Department is also the home to the University of
Connecticut’s Nonprofit Leadership Program.

The Department of Public Policy is located on the University of
Connecticut’s Greater Hartford Campus in West Hartford, Connecticut. The
University of Connecticut is a premier research institution–designated as a
Research University/Very High research activity by the Carnegie Foundation.
The Department of Public Policy has 10 permanent (plus adjunct) faculty.
There are approximately 100 enrolled graduate students in the department.

1. Public and nonprofit management. This position will be filled at the
Assistant Professor level. Preference will be given to candidates who have
research interests in evaluation of nonprofit programs; fiscal health or
financial management of nonprofit organizations; economics of philanthropy
and charitable giving; and/or social entrepreneurship.

2. Public policy and program evaluation. This position is rank open.
Preference will be given to candidates with research interests in the
analysis or evaluation of social or education programs. Demonstration of
potential for success in obtaining external research support is also preferred.

The successful candidates’ primary teaching assignments will be to offer
core and elective classes in the MPA program. The specific teaching
assignment will be determined based on the abilities and interests of the
candidate and the needs of the Department and might include graduate or
undergraduate classes at the Greater Hartford Campus or the main campus in
Storrs. Duties include research, teaching and service to the Department and
University.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: An earned Ph.D. in public administration, public
policy, economics, political science, sociology, or related field.
Candidates must have a record of, or potential for, scholarly excellence
based on rigorous social science research methods. Successful applicants
must complete all requirements for the Ph.D. prior to start date to be
considered for the Assistant Professor level. Applicants with advanced
ABD’s will be considered at the Instructor level until their Ph.D.
requirements are completed. Current Assistant Professors are encouraged to
apply.

Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants who have
demonstrated teaching excellence, superior communication skills, and are
comfortable with a wide array of analytical methods. Candidates who
contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the
diversity and excellence of the learning experience are preferred.

Appointment Terms: Salaries are very competitive. Rank and salary are
based on qualifications and experience.

To Apply: Applications must be submitted online using Husky Hire at
www.jobs.uconn.edu. Please indicate search # 2013071 and note the position
that you are applying for. Please upload a letter of interest, curriculum
vitae, recent teaching evaluations (if applicable) and list of three
references (with email, phone number and mailing address). Any questions
about the position may be sent to: Mark Robbins, Department Head, Department
of Public Policy at mark.robbins@uconn.edu. Review of applicants will begin
immediately. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer. In
keeping with our commitment to build a culturally diverse community, the
University of Connecticut invites applications from women, people with
disabilities, and members of minority groups.