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UC Center Sacramento - Visiting Assistant Professor

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Position description

The UC Center Sacramento (UCCS) is pleased to announce a one-year Visiting Assistant Professorship for 2017-2018 in American Politics and Public Policy. We welcome new or recent Ph.D scholars with an interest in California state politics and policy. Degree must be completed by July 1, 2017.

The University of California Center, Sacramento (UCCS) is a system-wide program of the University of California. Since its inception in 2004, the program has offered UC students from across the 10-campus system opportunities to study public policy and journalism through seminars and internships in and around the state Capitol. The Center also serves as a conduit through which research-based knowledge generated on the 10 campuses is disseminated to lawmakers, legislative staff, and executive branch officials.

The Visiting Assistant Professor will be responsible for teaching Political Science undergraduate courses as well as performing administrative duties assigned as part of the UCCS leadership team. Duties include teaching four undergraduate courses per year, and in addition, to contribute materially towards the Center’s mission to increase student and alumni outreach, enhance the student experience, and expand the Center’s research and knowledge sharing function. The appointment will be housed at UCCS located in Sacramento, California.

The UCCS Visiting Assistant Professor salary is competitive and includes health benefits.

In evaluating the candidates, the following criteria will be used: coursework and demonstrated knowledge of American Politics and public policy; quality of the graduate training program; demonstration of teaching ability; letters of recommendation; ability to complete degree before appointment; and interview. An acquaintance with California politics and policy making is considered advantageous.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV, teaching evaluations, statement on teaching, writing sample, and three letters of reference through the online application form found at (RECRUIT URL). For full consideration applications must be received by April 1, 2017. The position is open until filled.

The University of California is an equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty and staff.

Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Cover Letter

  • Statement of Research (Optional)

  • Statement of Teaching

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Diversity contributions documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit http://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/diversity/equity_inclusion/index.html for guidelines about writing a diversity statement and why one is requested.

  • Teaching Evaluations

  • Writing Sample

Reference requirements
  • 3 letters of reference required
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Job location

Davis, CA