Assistant Professor, Public Administration

Job no: 497925
Position: Assistant Professor of Public Administration (Tenure‑track)
Location: Jacksonville, AL (Main Campus)
Final date to receive applications: January 31, 2026

• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program, with emphasis on Organizational Studies and Public Personnel.

• Contribute to the core curriculum across all MPA concentrations (political science, emergency management, criminal justice, administrative management).

• Commit to teaching across multiple modalities, especially online formats.

• Collaborate in the leadership and continuous improvement of the MPA program.

• Doctorate in Public Administration or a related field.

• Doctorate in public policy, social policy, or public administration.
• Master’s in public administration.
• Teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Experience teaching online MPA courses.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and innovative practices in public administration.
• Evidence of consistent research involvement and grant‑writing experience in the field.
• Publication record in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Collaborative leadership skills within the MPA program.

• Cover letter summarizing scholarly qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Teaching statement describing pedagogical philosophy and potential courses to offer.
• Contact information for three potential references.

Jacksonville State University is an Equal Employment and Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Contact: talent acquisition