Assistant Professor of Political Science (Public Administration)

About the role

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor in Political Science with a focus on Public Administration. The successful candidate will join a vibrant department, contributing to undergraduate and graduate teaching, scholarly research, and service to the university community.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in political science and public administration.
• Develop and maintain an active research agenda, publish in peer‑reviewed journals, and present at conferences.
• Seek external funding and grants to support research and program development.
• Advise and mentor students, including supervising theses and dissertations.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university committees and outreach activities.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated potential for high‑quality scholarly research and publication.
• Effective teaching experience at the college level.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health, dental, life and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• Retirement plans with university contributions of 5‑10%.
• 12 paid holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a supportive work‑life balance.