Assistant Professor – Two Open Positions

About the role

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville invites applications for two tenure‑track Assistant Professor positions. Successful candidates will join a vibrant academic community, contributing to teaching, research, and service missions.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in the assigned discipline.
• Conduct original research, publish findings in peer‑reviewed venues, and seek external funding.
• Mentor and advise students, including supervising theses and projects.
• Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities.

Required profile

• Earned Ph.D. in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated potential for high‑quality research and scholarly publication.
• Commitment to effective teaching and student development.
• Ability to collaborate within an interdisciplinary academic environment.

Required skills

• Academic teaching and curriculum development.
• Research design, data analysis, and scholarly writing.
• Grant proposal preparation and funding acquisition.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• University contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and families.
• 12 paid holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 % to 10 % of salary.
• Supportive work environment promoting work‑life balance.