"Assistant/Associate Professor of Public Administration"

Job Summary

This is a tenure-track position in public administration. Marist University invites applications for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor of Public Administration to join the School of Management beginning fall 2026. This full-time, tenure track position will involve teaching and advising primarily online, graduate courses in the Master of Public Administration Program and maintaining a high level of professional activity through research and service in the candidate’s area of emphasis. Teaching in the School of Management’s undergraduate programs is also expected. We welcome candidates who will place a strong emphasis on quality teaching in a small class setting. Our typical class size is fewer than 25 students. The expected course load for our faculty is 21 credits, typically distributed as a 3:4 course load. Applicants should have an active research agenda that leads to high-quality peer reviewed publications and presentations.

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal degree in public administration or closely related field (Ph.D., or A.B.D. with projected completion by December 2026). The ideal candidate will have training and experience in teaching courses in quantitative methods (statistics), economics, foundations/introductory courses in Public Administration, and/or analytics.

Essential Functions

Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses. Maintaining an active research agenda leading to peer-reviewed publications. Advising students, taking part in service activities, and serving on committees as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience teaching public management related courses and professional experience as a practitioner are highly desirable.

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, CV/Resume, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and contact information of three Professional References.

Benefits

The position includes a comprehensive benefit package. Benefits for this position include but are not limited to the following: Unlimited paid sick time, 14+ paid holidays per year, Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD), Life insurance, Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation, 403(b) defined contribution plan, 403(b) Tax Deferred Annuity – Roth option available, Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester, up to 18 graduate credits per academic calendar for employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26, University pays 100% tuition only, Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

About the Department/School

The MPA program is NASPAA-accredited and located within the AACSB-accredited Marist School of Management, which includes majors in Accounting, Business Administration, and Economics and is a leader in teaching students to develop the skills to succeed in today’s global business community. Business administration students can concentrate in marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, management, or international business. The School of Management offers three graduate degrees: an online Master of Business Administration program, online Master of Public Administration, and an on-ground Master of Science in Professional Accountancy. The School of Management is committed to advancing an inclusive climate.

About Marist University

Founded in 1929, Marist is a comprehensive, independent four-year institution whose signature educational approach blends the liberal arts with pre-professional studies and emphasizes experiential learning to enrich classroom instruction. With campuses in Poughkeepsie, N.Y., and Florence, Italy, plus over 70 programs offering a variety of international study, Marist is a portal to the world and is devoted to nurturing a welcoming, inclusive community. Through six schools offering almost 50 majors, Marist cultivates the intellectual growth and well-being of its more than 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students and encourages them to color outside traditional academic lines as they pursue coursework and personal experiences that provide valuable occupational expertise and reflect their individual passions. Marist has been acclaimed a top institution in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, the Wall Street Journal/College Pulse, Princeton Review, and others. To learn more, please visit https://www.marist.edu/about.