Position Summary
The Department of International Affairs in the UGA School of Public and International Affairs ( SPIA ) seeks a colleague for a new position at the Academic Professional rank.
The successful candidate will contribute to undergraduate and graduate teaching, mentor students, and collaborate across departments, programs, and research centers, including the University’s Jewish Studies-related curricular and co-curricular initiatives. In particular, candidates who can build academic and co-curricular programming in the politics of Israel and the Middle East, direct independent studies and undergraduate research, and represent the University to public and professional audiences in this field are encouraged to apply.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Prospective candidates should submit the following in electronic form: a cover letter that addresses the minimum and preferred qualifications for this position, a curriculum vita, a recent publication or research-related writing sample, a teaching portfolio, transcripts, and a list of three letter writers, who will separately provide letters of recommendation (in electronic form).
Questions can be sent to Bill Zachmann, Administrative Specialist/Office Manager, Department of International Affairs, University of Georgia, 219 Candler Hall, Athens, GA 30602 ( [contact details available in the full listing] ).
Applications received by November 9, 2026 will receive full consideration. Review will continue until position is filled.
Posting Details
Posting Number
F2823P
Working Title
Academic Professional
Department
SPIA-International Affairs
About the University of Georgia
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/) . The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Department of International Affairs is home to faculty with expertise across comparative politics, international relations, and area studies, including a growing concentration of scholars who focus on the Middle East. The Department plays a central role in SPIA’s efforts to build interdisciplinary academic and co-curricular programming on Israel and the Middle East, in coordination with the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences’ Jewish Studies program. For more information about the Department and the School of Public and International Affairs, visit our website.
College/Unit/Department website
http://spia.uga.edu/department-of-international-affairs/
Posting Type
External
Retirement Plan
Employment Type
Employee
Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible
Underutilization
Advertised Salary
Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2027
Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)
Job Posting Date
09/29/2026
Job Closing Date
Open until filled
Yes
Location of Vacancy
Athens Area
EEO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( [contact details available in the full listing] ).
USG Core Values Statement
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy [contact details available in the full listing] .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .
Position Details
Position Information
Classification Title
Academic Professional AC
FLSA
Faculty Rank
Academic Professional
Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)
Tenure Status
Non-Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in political science, the study of Israel, or the study of the Middle East by August 1, 2027.
Additional Requirements
- Substantive expertise in Israeli politics and society, including the ways in which culture, history, or identity intersect with politics in Israel and the Middle East.