Assistant Professor of Political Science (Public Law) – University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

🏛️ Academic Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Political Science (Public Law) – University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

• Institution: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Political Science, Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: R0091187

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

• Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA

• Application Deadline: October 12, 2026 for full consideration; applications reviewed until filled

📋 Overview of Role

The University of Arkansas invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Political Science specializing in Public Law, beginning in August 2027. The position seeks scholars whose research and teaching address public law, with preferred areas including jurisprudence, immigration law, family law, environmental law, and political theory.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate in the Democracy as a Public Good multidisciplinary cluster hire and contribute to undergraduate and graduate education, research, and departmental service.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach two courses per semester, including undergraduate and graduate courses.

• Teach Introduction to American Government at the undergraduate level.

• Teach undergraduate coursework in at least two areas of public law.

• Conduct and publish research within the candidate's area of expertise.

• Develop a strong and coherent research agenda with potential for publication in leading scholarly outlets.

• Contribute to departmental, college, and university academic service activities.

• Participate in the Democracy as a Public Good Initiative, including multidisciplinary collaboration and community-engaged research.

• Responsibilities are allocated approximately 40% teaching, 40% research, and 20% academic service.

• Position is in-person, with regular engagement in teaching, advising, office hours, and university activities.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field from an accredited institution, conferred by August 2027.

• Experience & Specializations: Evidence of research publication or submission, effective teaching, and the ability to teach American Government and at least two areas of Public Law.

• Research Profile: A well-defined research agenda focused on public law is required.

• Preferred Expertise: Political or legal theory, jurisprudence, immigration law, family law, environmental law, or political theory.

• Preferred Qualifications: Strong methodological and empirical skills, potential for top-tier publications, external grant funding, and a national/international scholarly reputation.

• Teaching: Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate and graduate education; experience teaching political theory is preferred.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• University contributions toward health, dental, life, and disability insurance.

• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.

• 12 official holidays and immediate leave accrual.

• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5% to 10% of salary.

• Benefits-eligible position.

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover letter indicating interest and qualifications.

2. Current Curriculum Vitae (CV).

3. Research statement.

4. Teaching statement addressing instruction, assessment, and inclusion of students with different backgrounds and learning abilities.

5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including teaching evaluations when available.

6. Unofficial graduate transcripts.

7. One single-authored writing sample.

8. Names of three academic references with contact information. Finalists will be asked to submit recommendation letters.

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UASYS/job/Fayetteville/Assistant-Professor-of-Political-Science--Public-Law-_R0091187-1/apply

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: Dr. Andrew Dowdle, Search Committee Chair — adowdle@uark.edu

• 📅 Deadline: October 12, 2026 for full consideration

• Review: Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Pre-employment Screening: Criminal background check and sex offender registry check required.

🌐 Official Website / Domain: https://politicalscience.uark.edu