Georgia Institute of Technology

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Dear Colleagues:

The Georgia Institute of Technology’s School of Public Policy is seeking applications for a tenure-track position, assistant professor rank. We are seeking a Ph.D. who will teach public finance. Applicants may be from a variety of disciplinary and field perspectives in keeping with the interdisciplinary profile of our School. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

We seek to expand our existing strengths in one of the core areas of the department, including: science, technology and innovation policy; climate, energy and environmental policy; information and communication technologies, and cybersecurity policy; philosophy and ethics; and data analytics and other research methods. We also are expanding our expertise in the social policy, and urban and regional economic development areas. Our work in these areas benefits from synergy with Georgia Tech’s world-class programs in the sciences, engineering, computer science, design and planning, and business. Job duties will include research, teaching and advising students, and service activities at Georgia Tech.

Applicants should submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) up to three publications; 4) a research statement, including descriptions of future research plans; 5) a teaching statement, including descriptions of teaching interests; and 6) names and contact information of three academic references. Please apply using the on-line application process at https://academicjobsonline.org. Direct any questions by email to facsearch@pubpolicy.gatech.edu with “PubP Asst. Professor” in the subject line. Applications are due on or before December 15, 2019. An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment, and a background check must be completed prior to employment.

The School of Public Policy has 30 faculty members and we instruct students in undergraduate, master’s and Ph.D. programs. See our webpage at http://spp.gatech.edu/ for more information. Georgia Tech is a top- ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a diverse and vibrant city with great economic and cultural strengths. The Institute is a member of the University System of Georgia, the Georgia Research Alliance, and the Association of American Universities. Georgia Tech prides itself on its technology resources, collaborations, high-quality student body, and its commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Georgia Tech is an equal education/employment opportunity institution dedicated to building a diverse community. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities. Georgia Tech has policies to promote a healthy work-life balance and is aware that attracting faculty may require meeting the needs of two careers.

Sincerely yours,
Kaye Husbands Fealing Chair, School of Public Policy