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Assistant Professor, Public Management and Policy (MPP/MPA)
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Summary:
The School of Public Management & Policy is seeking an Assistant Professor to support our MPA/MPP programs beginning August 16, 2027. Required qualifications for the position include a doctorate in public policy, public administration, political science, or a related field. Teaching responsibilities include 3 courses per semester in the MPA program and/or MPP, and BPNA programs. Preference will be given to applicants who can offer graduate courses such as data science, statistics, economics, and community planning and economic development. Salary is competitive and dependent on qualifications. Experience in online teaching is desirable.
This is a full-time on-campus tenure-track academic appointment. UIS tenure-system faculty are expected to be available and engaged in the campus community, with assigned professional responsibilities for teaching, scholarship, and service.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Teaching: Courses to be taught include, but are not limited to - PAD 507 Information for Decision Making, a required core course for the MPA program, an elective course for the MPP&DPA programs; PAD 508 Economics and Public Policy, a required core course for the MPP program, and elective course for the MPA&DPA programs; PAD 526 Advanced Analytical Tools: Forecasting, Time Series Analysis, and Predictive Analytics, an elective course for the MPA, MPP&DPA programs; and PAD 554 Community Planning Tools, a required Community Planning graduate certificate course.
Scholarship: Demonstrate a record of effective performance and accomplishment, according to the criteria for scholarship provided for in Article 3 of the UIS Faculty Personnel Policy.
Service: Demonstrate a record of effective performance and accomplishment, according to the criteria for service provided for in Article 3 of the UIS Faculty Personnel Policy.
Minimum Qualifications:
Earned doctorate in public policy, public administration, political science, or a related field
Ability and willingness to teach graduate courses in various areas of public management and policy
Evidence of teaching effectiveness
Evidence of scholarship productivity
Experience and/or willingness to teach in an online degree program
A commitment to addressing inclusion in the classroom and preparing students to address inclusion in the workforce and community
Preferred Qualifications:
Preference will be given to applicants who can offer graduate courses such as data science, statistics, economics, and community planning and economic development.
Application deadline: 10/19/2026
Nine-month salary: $64-66,000
Application instructions: Click the "Apply Now" button at the top or bottom of the posting, create or update your profile, complete the online application, and upload current curriculum vita or resume, one publication sample, and student course evaluation results from at least two courses. Contact information for professional references will be requested later in the search process. Formal review of applications will begin soon after application deadline and continue until the position is filled or the search is terminated.
AboutUIS: Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves approximately 4,000 students in 60 undergraduate programs of study, 41 minors, 44 graduate programs of study, 1 doctorate, 43 graduate certificates, coursework that leads to 8 ISBE endorsements. The academic curriculum offers students a strong liberal arts core, a wide range of professional programs, and close faculty interaction. Making the most of its location in the state capital, UIS is broadly engaged in public policy and service. Its diverse student body includes traditional, non-traditional, and international students. Twenty-five percent of majors are in 17 undergraduate and graduate online degree programs and the campus has received several national awards for its implementation of online learning. UIS faculty are committed teachers, active scholars, and professionals in service to society. The University emphasizes excellence in teaching, and faculty are also expected to provide a balance of scholarship and service activities to meet requirements for tenure and promotion. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at https://www.uis.edu and the department/school web page at https://www.uis.edu/spmp
About Springfield, Illinois: https://www.uis.edu/academic-affairs/about-our-springfield-community/
Union Affiliation: Tenure-track faculty positions at more than half-time are represented by the University Professionals of Illinois (UPI) Local 4100, University of Illinois Springfield United Faculty Chapter, IFT-AFT, AFL-CIO.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, and diversity. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment and we welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds and identities. The University of Illinois System does not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on their real or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, disability, sexual orientation including gender identity, unfavorable discharge from the military or status as a protected veteran and will comply with all federal and state nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action laws, orders and regulations. Visit University of Illinois Non-Discrimination Statement
The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.
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The University of Illinois offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead, is covered by the State Universities Retirement System

1. You do not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)
2. Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your:

• Social Security benefit and
• Social Security benefit as a spouse

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at hremployment@uis.edu or call 217-206-6652.
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