Assistant Professor, Political Science (Public Policy)

University of Nevada, Reno

Hours: Full time
Where: University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus
Posted: Sep 2

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Job Description

The Department of Political Science within the College of Liberal Arts at the University of Nevada, Reno invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor in the subfield of Public Policy. An international or comparative public policy focus is welcome but not required.

What they want

Ph.D. in Political Science, Public Policy, Public Affairs/Administration, or a related field in hand by July 1, 2027.
A developing or established research agenda in public policy.
A research agenda with emphasis in energy, climate, environment or related salient policy areas.
A record of, or potential for, publishing in top-tier journals and presses in relevant fields.
Demonstrated excellence, or demonstrated potential for excellence, in teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in energy, climate, environment or related salient public policy areas.
Demonstrated excellence, or demonstrated potential for excellence, in teaching graduate-level public policy courses (e.g. Seminar in Public Policy, Policy Analysis).
Demonstrated excellence, or demonstrated potential for excellence, in teaching undergraduate-level policy classes (e.g. Introduction to American Public Policy, Policy Analysis).

What you get

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Generous sick leave, life insurance, and long-term disability – Faculty Benefits
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Several Diversity Committees and Affinity Groups focusing on campus-wide diversity initiatives to ensure we are working to create a diverse and welcoming campus climate. Diversity Groups
Faculty Senate is the principal representing body for faculty. Its membership includes representatives from each academic and administrative major unit of the University. Faculty Senate
No state income tax!

Starts: 2026-08-25