Assistant Professor of Political Science, Department of Political Science and Public Service, College of Arts and Sciences

Assistant Professor of Political Science, Focus on Public Law

Department of Political Science and Public Service

University of Tennessee at Chattanooga

The Department of Political Science and Public Service at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in Public Law beginning in August 2025. The Assistant Professor will:

• teach a 3-3 load including introductory and upper-level undergraduate courses in public law and judicial politics;
• offer a robust pre-law advising program;
• have opportunities to teach in other areas of expertise in the political science curriculum;
• pursue a coherent scholarly agenda;
• contribute to the pursuit of the goals of UTC's strategic plan; and
• enjoy the support of a collegial department that values viewpoint diversity, instructional excellence, and work-life balance.

Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in Political Science or a closely related field by August 2025 and must submit the following materials via the UTC faculty job site:

• letter of interest, including specific areas of teaching interest;
• CV, including current email and phone number;
• unofficial transcripts;
• evidence of teaching effectiveness, including a statement of teaching philosophy, summary of teaching experience, course evaluations, and sample syllabi;
• statement of research agenda; and
• names, titles, and email addresses for three references.

Review of applications will begin September 20, 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Michelle Deardorff (Michelle-Deardorff@utc.edu).

About the Department of Political Science and Public Service, the University, and Chattanooga

The Department of Political Science and Public Service includes 12 tenured and tenure-track faculty members, about 200 majors and minors, the Master of Public Administration program, and the undergraduate Political Science major, which includes six concentrations: American Politics, International and Comparative Studies, Public Law, Public Policy, Public Administration and Nonprofit Management, and a flexible "Politics" option. Our faculty engage in a wide range of scholarship reflecting our diverse subdisciplines. We engage our students in a rigorous curriculum with many opportunities for active learning, both in and outside the classroom. Learn more about the department at www.utc.edu/psps.

The department is part of the College of Arts and Sciences, one of University of Tennessee at Chattanooga's five colleges, which offer 116 undergraduate and 48 graduate degree programs for over 11,000 students. Learn more at www.utc.edu/about.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga proudly calls Chattanooga home-a city lauded by U.S. News and World Report, Money Magazine, and Southern Living for its unique blend of historic charm and modern vibrancy and twice by Outdoor Magazine as "Best Town Ever." Nestled between scenic Lookout Mountain and the Tennessee River, Chattanooga offers breathtaking natural beauty, lively city amenities, and a small-town feel. Our city has it all, with historic cultural institutions like the Chattanooga Symphony Orchestra and the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, iconic attractions like Rock City and Ruby Falls, opportunities for epic outdoor adventures, and an eclectic contemporary art, music, and food scene. Chattanooga's robust economy fosters an environment where tech start-ups thrive alongside established industries and corporations. UTC embodies Chattanooga's dynamic spirit, serving as one of the city's most vital institutions where forward-looking transformation and community thrive. UTC is where Chattanooga goes to build the future.

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.