Assistant Professor: Old Dominion University - Urban Studies and Public Administration
The Department of Urban Studies and Public Administration, in the College of Business and Public Administration at Old Dominion University, invites applications for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level.
The Department offers a NASPAA-accredited MPA program and a Ph.D. in Public Administration and Urban Policy. The minimum requirement for this position is completion of the Ph.D. degree in Public Administration, Urban Policy or related field by August 2010. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated potential in research and publications. Field of specialization is open, although research and teaching interests in one or more of the following are particularly welcome: Public Policy, Emergency Preparedness/ management, Ethics, Military/strategic affairs, Non-Profit Management, Public/Administrative Law, and Administrative Theory. Old Dominion University is a state-supported, Carnegie Doctoral/ Research-Extensive University with over 23,000 students. The University is located in Norfolk, Virginia, the hub of the Hampton Roads metropolitan area with a population of approximately 1.6 million. As a major recreation area known for its beaches, historical landmarks, and the Chesapeake Bay, the Hampton Roads Region also profits from its proximity to Washington, D.C., Williamsburg, and the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Federal, state, and local governments represent approximately a third of the region’s total employment. Boasting the largest naval base in the world, Hampton Roads also accommodates major Army and Air Force commands. Candidates should forward in printed format (1) letter of application indicating research, teaching, and service interests, (2) evidence of teaching effectiveness such as student evaluations or reflective statement of teaching philosophy, (3)a statement of willingness to engage the public sector, and (4) the contact information of three references to Chair, Department of Urban Studies and Public Administration, College of Business and Public Administration, Old Dominion University, Suite 2084 Constant Hall, Norfolk, VA, 23529. Applications will be accepted through October 1, 2009. searchuspa@odu.edu Qualified women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Old Dominion University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.