Public Management Position

Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

 

We seek to hire a scholar with a strong disciplinary background who has research interests in the structure and management of public and non-profit organizations (including their interaction with for-profit organizations). This job offers an opportunity to conduct research among an interdisciplinary group of policy-oriented social science scholars, with a particularly strong organizational studies group throughout the university. This person will be part of a team that is developing a public management curriculum focused on the connections between governance, institutions, processes and practices. Teaching responsibilities include a core public management course as well as electives.

The appointment may be at the untenured or tenured level, and may involve a joint appointment with an appropriate unit, depending on the interests and qualifications of the candidate. Candidates should have the Ph.D. in hand by September 2001. Public policy experience is desirable but not required. The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates. Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three
letters of reference, evidence of teaching performance (if available), and completed research papers to: Public Management Search, Attn: Linda McMichael, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, 440 Lorch Hall, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1220. First consideration will be given to applications submitted by December 15, 2000, but applications will continue to be considered until the position is filled.