Assistant Professor, Public Policy and Management with a Focus in Urban Policy and Governance

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Job Title:

Assistant Professor, Public Policy and Management with a Focus in Urban Policy and Governance

Department:

John Glenn | Academic

Position Overview

The John Glenn College of Public Affairs at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Public Policy and Management with a focus in Urban P olicy and Governance at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning Autumn 202 7 . We encourage applications from individuals engaged in high-quality research that is relevant to public affairs. Research and teaching interests should focus on urban pol icy an d governance , broadly de fined , in cl uding but not limit ed to research related to h ousing , tra nspor tation, la nd- use , cri tical inf ras tructure , e co nomic or workforce d evelopment and o ther place - bas ed policie s . We welcome applicants with training in related social science disciplines, including (but not limited to) public affairs, public policy, public management, public administration, economics, sociology, planning, geography, or political science. Responsibilities will include teaching core and elective courses in the college’s undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral degree programs. We encourage applicants to describe teaching and professional development experiences that have prepared them to teach and mentor learners at all levels. In addition to scholarship and teaching, responsibilities will include service to the college, university, community, and professional associations .

We desire applicants with the potential to become productive and impactful researchers, effective teachers, and conscientious and engaged community members. The land-grant mission is core to the university and the college, and we are particularly interested in applicants whose research not only makes a strong scholarly contribution but also delivers value to the public . Relevant prior professional experience is desired but not required for the position. Visa/Immigration sponsorship may be available for qualified candidates. Salary is competitive . Please click here to learn more.

Performance Objectives

Publish high-quality scholarship in any are a of urban policy and governance, including in high-impact public affairs journals.

Effectively teach core and elective courses in the Glenn College’s undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs, creating learning environments in which all students are valued and engaged.

Engage in service to the college, university, community, and public affairs professional associations.

Additional Information:

Education and Experience Requirements

Required

Qualified applicants must:

Conduct high-quality research in any subfield of urban pol icy and governance.

Demo nstrate abili ty to teach i n a core area of the Glenn College’s undergraduate or graduate curriculum

Have, or be on track to complete before starting the position, a Ph.D. in Public Affairs or a related field.

Desired

Engage with public affairs professional associations (e.g., A sso ciation for P ublic Policy Analysi s & Ma nagement , Pu blic Man agement Resea rch A ssocia tion , As socia tion for Public Bud geting and Fin an cial Ma nagement ) and publish research in affiliated public affairs journals.

Conduct research relevant to local , state or federal government with evidence of (or the potential for) research partnerships with local, s tate or federal governmental entities.

Have relevant prior teaching, mentoring, and professional experience.

Additional Information

Salaries for assistant professors in the Glenn College typically range from $90,000 to $108,000 based on experience, time in rank, and performance. Final compensation will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and internal equity considerations . Ohio State provides access to a depth and breadth of opportunities and resources. Starting your first day, Ohio State offers a comprehensive benefits package .

How to Apply

Once you start the application you will need to fill it out to completion and upload each of the required materials. Please be aware that you will not be able to edit your application or required materials after submission. Application materials must include the following:

Cover letter describing how the candidate meets the qualifications for the position

Curriculum vita (CV)

Statement of Research

Statement of Teaching and Mentoring

Writing sample (recent article, working paper, or dissertation chapter)

Letters of reference will be requested through Ohio State University’s job application portal after materials are submitted and screened according to the minimum position requirements. Up to three letters of reference may be provided. Additional letters will not be reviewed.

We will begin reviewing applications immediately with priority given to those submitted by October 14, 2026 . Please email the Faculty Search Committee at GLENNUPG@osu.edu if you have any questions about the position.

The College

The John Glenn College of Public Affairs is dedicated to improving public governance and policymaking through education, research and technical assistance . For nearly 60 years, the college has prepared the next generation of public and nonprofit leaders and equipped practitioners with the knowledge and training to address complex challenges. The Glenn College is ranked 16 th among our peers in the 2025 U.S. News & World Report rankings of America’s Best Graduate Schools and recognized among the top programs in the following specialty areas: public management and leadership (7), nonprofit management (9), local government (18), social policy (19), public policy analysis (20), urban policy (22), and public finance and budgeting (25).

The University

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