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The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong or demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Proposed Faculty Rank Assistant Professor
Department 00142 – Political Science Department
City Salt Lake City, UT
Track Tenure Track
New Position to Begin July 1, 2022
Details The Department of Political Science at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in International Relations at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning July 1, 2022. This is a position in International Relations with a focus on 1) international organizations (IOs), global governance, and/or international institutions, this includes 2) organizations and institutions such as but not limited to the United Nations, the European Union, the World Health Organization, the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, the African Union, and the Organization of American States, or other regional organizations; with 3) potential themes including global public health, international human rights, and/or security (broadly defined) as an additional emphasis within IOs. We welcome applicants from all approaches to these topics, including those using gender, race, class and/or historical perspectives. The successful candidate will have expertise and substantial training in interpretive, qualitative, and/or quantitative methods, a record of research productivity, and a willingness to contribute to interdisciplinary research and teaching. We expect the successful candidate to add to the College of Social and Behavioral Science’s and the Political Science department’s strengths in seeking and attracting external funding grant potential. The CSBS is home to NEXUS, an interdisciplinary research institute for researchers across the University of Utah who desire to collaborate on research projects concerning society’s grand challenges.

The Department of Political Science is committed to removing barriers that have been traditionally encountered by individuals from underrepresented groups, strives to recruit faculty who will further enhance our diversity, and makes every attempt to support their academic, professional, and personal success while they are here. Enhancing the diversity of our faculty to better represent diversity within the field of political science, as well as our diverse body of political science majors and students, is part of the department’s strategic plan. The Department has a history of mentoring Assistant Professors from underrepresented groups and providing a supportive environment for attaining their academic and professional goals and milestones.The University of Utah recognizes that a diverse faculty benefits and enriches the educational experiences of the entire campus and greater community.

Applications should include a cover letter detailing research and teaching interests and experience, a CV, a writing sample, and three references who can be contacted for letters of recommendation. As part of the cover letter, we invite you to describe how your work and other experiences contribute to the success of underrepresented students. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students. Applications should be submitted by a best consideration date of September 24, 2021, although those received after this date will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

Applications should be filed using the online system at https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/119894

The University of Utah has been classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the 115 research universities with the “highest research activity” in the nation and is the flagship of the Utah System of Higher Education. The University is located in Salt Lake City at the foot of the Wasatch Mountains. It includes the Bennion Center, a community engagement hub at the University of Utah that inspires and mobilizes people to strengthen communities through learning, scholarship, and advocacy. Salt Lake City offers unparalleled opportunities for outdoor recreation, with ten world-class ski resorts and five national parks within hours of the city. It is the home to a number of vibrant international groups and organizations, such as the Utah Council for Citizen Diplomacy. Salt Lake City is the center of a metropolitan area with a population of approximately one million residents, has extensive arts and cultural activities, and has a major international airport with a Delta Airlines hub and direct flights to most U.S. cities and direct international flights to Paris, London, Amsterdam, and Mexico City. The area has received international recognition for its new light rail system, foodie culture, downtown renewal, and increasing diversity. In 2017, U.S News and World report ranked Salt Lake City as the 10th best place to live in the nation.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Information The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
[email protected]
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected] or call 801-581-2300.

Notice The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen and immunizations.

Special Instructions for Candidates For any questions please contact Howard Lehman Search Committee chair at: [email protected]
Open Date 07/30/2021
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN00711CF
Type Faculty

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  • Curriculum Vitae

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  • Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
  • Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169 after submission

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