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Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Assistant/Associate Professor-Nonprofit Management
Department
School of Public Administration
Essential Functions
The School of Public Administration (SPA), University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor with an emphasis in Nonprofit Management, beginning January 2027 or August 2027. Candidates should hold a PhD in Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, or a related field. We seek candidates who will make significant contributions to our doctoral and master's programs, rigorous research, and engagement with the vibrant nonprofit and philanthropic community in Omaha.
The successful candidate must be able to teach in-person and online courses in nonprofit management at the master and doctoral level and other electives in public or nonprofit management or public policy; provide service on doctoral dissertation committees; and help supervise doctoral students teaching. The successful candidate must demonstrate promise of excellence in research and be committed to community engagement and professional service. The typical teaching load for research-productive faculty is two courses per semester. On-campus presence is required.
SPA has a vibrant, collaborative academic culture. It is home to one of the longest-accredited MPA programs in the country, offered both online and on campus. The MPA program is ranked among the top 15 percent and is ranked #6 in Public Budgeting and Finance, #12 in Local Government, and #26 in Nonprofit Management. In addition to the MPA, SPA is home to a PhD program in Public Administration, a BS in Emergency Management, and several minors and certificates. We also have dual master's degrees with Social Work, Gerontology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Health & Kinesiology, and Management Information Systems. We have an MPA concentration in nonprofit management, and several doctoral students study this area. UNO is a Carnegie Doctoral Research University.
UNO is Nebraska's only public metropolitan university, situated in metropolitan area of over 1 million. Omaha is home to many government and nonprofit organizations, and near the state capital in Lincoln. With approximately 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to inclusive excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement to realize the transformative power of education. For more information about UNO, visit https://www.unomaha.edu.
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
Work Schedule
Requires on campus presence in Omaha, Nebraska
Additional Duties
Required Qualifications
Candidates should hold a PhD in Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly sits; may stand, walk. See, hear, speak and use of hands.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Regularly works indoors. Noise level is low to moderate.
Salary
Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026F-00123
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications must be submitted directly through the UNO website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or any other website will not be reviewed or considered.
To apply, please submit the following application materials:

1. A cover letter addressing experience and qualifications
2. Current Curriculum Vita
3. Research statement
4. Teaching philosophy statement and summary of teaching evaluations
5. A research writing sample
6. The names and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin on September 8, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please apply by the review date. For questions about the position, please contact Dr. John Bartle, Professor, at jbartle@unomaha.edu.