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Postdoctoral Fellow - Political Science-Public Administration

University of Idaho

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Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP003832P
Position Title Postdoctoral Fellow - Political Science-Public Administration
Division/College Col of Letters, Arts & Social Sci.
Department Col of Letters, Arts & Soc Sci
Location Moscow
Position Overview
The Department of Politics and Philosophy and the Idaho Society of Fellows is now accepting applications for a two-year postdoctoral fellowship in Political Science, anticipated to begin July 10, 2023. Fellows will pursue their own research and teach one course per semester.
The successful candidate will be able to teach core courses for the Master in Public Administration program such as Local Government Politics and Administration, Public Administration Theory, Public Personnel Administration, and Research Methods for Local Government and Community Administration. The ideal candidate will also be able to teach courses for the undergraduate political science degree like American National Government.
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The University of Idaho is pleased to announce the creation of the Idaho Society of Fellows. Housed in the College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences, the Society constitutes a new initiative to broaden the sphere of interdisciplinary and collaborative research in the humanities and social sciences.
The Department of Politics and Philosophy at the University of Idaho is committed to both academic excellence and diversity in faculty, staff, and student body. The College of Letters, Arts, and Social Sciences is committed to equity and inclusion. The University of Idaho puts diversity as central to the school’s mission and responsibilities as the land grant university in Idaho (President’s commitment ). As a college, CLASS embraces and expands this mission. We are the largest and most diverse college at UI and are committed to building a just and equitable society. As the college which focuses on liberal arts education, we especially see it as our duty to study the human condition and serve as agents of positive change. The Department is committed to both academic excellence and diversity in the faculty, staff, and student body.
U of I is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Qualifications


Required Experience
  • Broadly trained Public Administration scholar with expertise in, but not limited to, local government, research methods, public policy, sustainability, social equity, and big data.
Required Education
  • Ph.D. in Public Administration, Public Management, Public Affairs, Political Science or equivalent field (e.g., Government; Politics). ABDs may apply but degree is required by start date.
Required Other
Additional Preferred
  • Expertise in Local Government and/or experience conducting outreach to local government;

  • Experience teaching and mentoring students from diverse cultural backgrounds, or experience and commitment to working with people holding similar or different world views while advocating for inclusion of all people;

  • Ability to teach POLS 101.
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire

Posting Information


FLSA Status Overtime Exempt
Employee Category Exempt
Pay Range $42,613.64 per year
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 03/09/2023
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
For first consideration, please apply by April 3, 2023.
Applicants must submit the following: a letter of application that addresses the position’s required and preferred qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a 2-3 page statement describing current and future research projects (upload as Other Document 1), and a 2-3 page pedagogy statement (upload as Research/Teaching Philosophy). Applicants must also provide names and complete contact information for three references.
Please direct inquiries or questions to Dr. Bert Baumgaertner (bbaum@uidaho.edu).
Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho (U of I) is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, U of I does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, genetic information or status as any protected veteran or military status in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions and educational programs.

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