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Assistant Clinical Professor

Job Description

Position Number:

129577

Title:

Assistant Clinical Professor

Functional Title:

Assistant Clinical Professor

Category Status:

15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing Con

Applicant Search Category:

Faculty

University Authorized FTE:

100

Unit:

PLCY-School of Public Policy

Campus/College Information:

Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.

Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.

The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.

Position Summary/Purpose of Position:

The School of Public Policy at the University of Maryland, College Park, seeks to appoint a full-time Assistant Clinical Professor with expertise in Governance, Management, Ethics, and Leadership, starting in Fall 2025. This appointment entails a teaching load of six courses per academic year, with a primary focus on teaching governance, management, ethics, and leadership courses in the master’s, undergraduate, and executive programs. They will mentor and help students gain practical experience in the policy world. They will also engage in other activities that serve the academic mission and governance of the School and University equivalent to approximately 25% of their working hours. This is a non-tenurable appointment.

The School of Public Policy is committed to increasing the
diversity of our community and the greater campus community. We embrace diversity in multiple forms, including identity, background, theoretical and methodological orientations, and opinions. Women, non-binary individuals, and members of minorities whose hiring would enhance the School’s diversity are especially encouraged to apply.

The University of Maryland recognizes the challenges of employees in caregiver roles and offers work-life benefits that include paid parental leave, subsidized emergency childcare, and support for dual-career couples. More information on these policies and resources can be found at https://uhr.umd.edu/benefits/family-care/

Benefits Summary

Top Benefits and Perks:

Faculty Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:
Candidates must have a terminal degree in public administration, public policy, political science, or a related field.

Experience:
  • Candidates must have higher-education teaching experience in a relevant field.
  • Candidates must have 5+ years of relevant professional experience in governments, non-profits, international organizations, and related institutions.

Preferences:

Preferences:
  • Candidates with 15+ years of relevant professional experience in governments, non-profits, international organizations, and related institutions are preferred. Lengthier tenure and higher rank of relevant professional experience will be valued.
  • Candidates are expected to have a demonstrated commitment to teaching and mentorship at either the undergraduate or graduate levels, including working with students and groups from minoritized groups. Experience teaching and mentoring in executive programs is a plus.
  • Candidates with a demonstrated ability to use (a) active learning and/or (b) equity-centered pedagogies and techniques in teaching and mentoring are preferred.

Additional Information:

The University of Maryland School of Public Policy is a top-ranked school of public policy and management with a faculty of scholars and distinguished practitioners. In addition to its signature MPP degree (primarily for pre-career students) with robust specializations, the School also offers a
Masters of Public Management degree (primarily for mid-career students). The PhD program was recently rated amongst the top ten nationally by the National Research Council. The School inaugurated an undergraduate major in public policy in the fall of 2017, and hosts several undergraduate minors and living/learning programs. It also offers a number of executive (degree and non-degree) programs for career executives in federal, state, and international agencies. The School currently houses research centers covering areas of international security, sustainability, nonprofit management, public policy and private enterprise and School faculty contribute to research, education, and impact across all public policy disciplines, including multiple collaborations with departments and units across campus.

To apply, visit http://ejobs.umd.edu, locate the position announcement, and apply online. Materials sent outside of the online system cannot be accepted. Questions concerning the application process may be addressed to Gerald Versey, at gversey@umd.edu. The review of applications will
commence on August 26th, 2024, but the position will remain open until it is filled. Prospective applicants may contact the search chair, Dr. Juan Pablo Martínez Guzmán, jpmart04@umd.edu, at any time with any questions.

Posting Date:

08/09/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Best Consideration Date

09/27/2024

Diversity Statement:

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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