The School of Public Policy (SPP) at the University of Connecticut (UConn) seeks to fill a one-year visiting position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor starting in August 2024. The ideal candidate will have experience or be prepared to teach graduate-level courses in applied microeconomics, public economics/policy analysis, and quantitative methods. The School of Public Policy is home to a Master of Public Administration (MPA), a Master of Public Policy (MPP), an MPA Fellows program (an executive MPA cohort) in Hartford and Stamford, and four graduate certificates in nonprofit management, public financial management, survey research, and leadership and public management.

The School of Public Policy is located on the University of Connecticut’s Hartford Campus in 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 School of Public Policy has 16 core faculty members and over 1,400 alumni. The school’s programs are ranked by the U.S. News and World Report as 39th among public programs and 9th among public finance and budgeting programs.

This position will be filled at the Visiting Assistant Professor level. This is primarily a teaching position. The successful candidate will be expected to teach in public policy and/or other areas of specialization within the school. Strong preference will be given to applicants who are prepared to teach graduate-level courses in applied microeconomics, policy analysis, or quantitative methods. Finally, the best candidates will provide clear evidence of contributions to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience through teaching, and/or public engagement. The specific teaching assignment will be determined based on the needs of the school and might include graduate or undergraduate classes at the Hartford Campus or the main campus in Storrs. Duties include teaching and service to the School and University.

Founded in 1881, UConn is a Land Grant and Sea Grant institution and member of the Space Grant Consortium. It is the state’s flagship institution of higher education and includes a main campus in Storrs, CT, four regional campuses throughout the state, and 13 Schools and Colleges, including a Law School in Hartford, and Medical and Dental Schools at the UConn Health campus in Farmington. The University has approximately 10,000 faculty and staff and 32,000 students, including nearly 24,000 undergraduates and over 8,000 graduate and professional students. UConn is a Carnegie Foundation R1 (highest research activity) institution, among the top public universities in the nation. Through research, teaching, service, and outreach, UConn embraces diversity and cultivates leadership, integrity, and engaged citizenship in its students, faculty, staff, and alumni. UConn promotes the health and well-being of citizens by enhancing the social, economic, cultural, and natural environments of the state and beyond. The University serves as a beacon of academic and research excellence as well as a center for innovation and social service to communities. UConn is a leader in many scholarly, research, and innovation areas. Today, the path forward includes exciting opportunities and notable challenges. Record numbers of undergraduate applications and support for student success have enabled the University to become extraordinarily selective.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. (A.B.D. is acceptable) in public administration, public policy, economics, political science, sociology, or a related field.
• Candidates must have a strong record of, or strong potential for, scholarly excellence based on rigorous social science research methods.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong communication skills and the capability to teach program evaluation and policy analysis.
• Applicants with advanced ABDs may be considered.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Preference will be given to applicants who have completed their Ph.D. and who have demonstrated teaching excellence and superior communication skills.
• Candidates who contribute through research, teaching, and/or public engagement to the diversity and excellence of the learning experience are preferred.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, 9-month, temporary position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2024. The successful candidate’s academic appointment will be at the Hartford Campus. Faculty may also be asked to teach at UConn’s main campus in Storrs, or online, as part of their ordinary workload. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #498488 to submit the following:

• A cover letter,
• Curriculum vitae,
• Diversity statement,
• Recent teaching evaluations (if applicable);
• Names and contact info for three letters of reference.

Any questions about the position may be sent to Mohamad Alkadry, Director, School of Public Policy at mohamad.alkadry@uconn.edu. Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

For more information regarding the School of Public Policy, please visit the school’s website at https://publicpolicy.uconn.edu/.

At the University of Connecticut, our commitment to excellence is complemented by our commitment to building a culturally diverse community.

This position will be filled subject the budgetary approval.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.