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University of North Carolina at Pembroke

Assistant/Associate Professor Public Administration - 2403

Position Number: 9720882
Location: Pembroke, United States
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Public Administration & Policy

Assistant/Associate Professor Public Administration - 2403

Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Political Science & Public Admin
Working Title: Assistant/Associate Professor Public Administration - 2403
Vacancy Type: Tenure Track Faculty

Min T/E Requirements:
Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in public administration or a closely related field or be ABD with a clear date of completion. Successful candidates must show excellence in both online teaching as well as in the traditional classroom settings. In addition to teaching excellence, the qualified candidate will be able to demonstrate an active research agenda or clearly outline a planned research agenda in the case of ABD candidates.

FTE: 1
Salary Range:
Hiring Range: Commensurate Upon Education and Experience
Position #: 2403
FLSA Status: Exempt
Months per Year: 9
Work Schedule:
Work Schedule Type:

Primary Purpose of Organization Unit:
Teaching, research, and service in administration of the curriculum set out by the university.

Primary Purpose of Position:
Teaching, research, and service in the area of public administration.

Job Description:
Associate or Assistant Professor of Public Administration

The Department of Political Science and Public Administration at the University of North Carolina at Pembroke seeks an associate or assistant professor of public administration with the ability to teach courses in public budgeting and finance at the graduate and undergraduate level in addition to other courses in the discipline. This position will be responsible for teaching a mix of public administration courses at the graduate level and undergraduate levels and at least one of our general education courses (Introduction to Political Science, American National Government, or State and Local Government and Administration). Courses taught at the graduate level will be taught in the online format, while undergraduate teaching will include a combination of on-campus and online teaching modalities.

The area of teaching and research specialization is open, but candidates must show they are qualified to teach graduate level courses in public budgeting and finance. While the teaching load for the university is 4-4, course release time is provided for those who teach graduate courses. The expected teaching for this position is three to five graduate courses each year and one or more undergraduate courses each year, with most courses offered on a predictable rotation.

Preference will be given to candidates who have an interest in program leadership for our M.P.A. program. Candidates at the associate level will only be considered if they have experience demonstrating leadership capability.

UNCP is a regional university serving rural North Carolina that emphasizes excellence in teaching. The Department of Political Science and Public Administration serves several programs including a B.A. program with four different concentrations and a Master of Public Administration program with three different concentrations. Additionally, the department actively contributes courses for the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Public and Non-profit Management and Administration. Courses for the department are offered both on-campus and in online formats.

Applicant Instructions:
To apply, applicants must complete the application for employment form found at https://jobs.uncp.edu, where they will be instructed to submit a cover letter that addresses teaching capability and leadership interest, a CV, a writing sample, and a teaching portfolio that demonstrates competence in on-campus and online teaching. The teaching portfolio should include sample syllabi, pedagogy statement, and past course evaluations (if applicable). Candidates who are selected after the first round of consideration will be asked to submit three letters of recommendation for consideration. For questions, please contact the chair of the department, Dr. Emily Sharum (emily.sharum@uncp.edu).

Management Preference:
Ph.D. in public administration
Experience teaching public budget and finance classes
Experience teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels
Evidence of research agenda success
If hired at the associate level, must demonstrated leadership experience

Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation:

Job Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Job Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Posting Category: Faculty
Posting Number: EPA01158

Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

To apply, visit https://jobs.uncp.edu/postings/13554