Research Associate / Full Professor (Open Rank)

About the role

The University of Arkansas, Fayetteville invites applications for an open‑rank faculty position that may be filled as a Research Associate or a Full Professor. This non‑tenure, fixed‑term appointment is designed for candidates who can contribute to the university’s research mission and academic programs.

Key responsibilities

• Design, conduct, and publish original research in your discipline.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, develop curricula, and assess student learning.
• Supervise graduate students, post‑doctoral fellows, and research staff.
• Seek external funding through grant proposals and manage awarded projects.
• Participate in departmental service, committees, and community outreach.

Required profile

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated record of scholarly research and publications.
• Experience teaching at the university level or equivalent.
• Ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary environment.

Required skills

• Not specified in the posting.

What we offer

• Comprehensive health, dental, life and disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and eligible family members.
• Generous retirement plans with university contributions.
• 12 paid holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a supportive work‑life balance.