Description
University of Nebraska at Omaha
Assistant/Associate Professor, School of Public Administration
The School of Public Administration (SPA), University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO), seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor with an emphasis in Nonprofit Management, beginning January 2027 or August 2027. Candidates should hold a PhD in Public Administration, Public Affairs, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, or a related field. We seek candidates who will make significant contributions to our doctoral and master’s programs, rigorous research, and engagement with the vibrant nonprofit and philanthropic community in Omaha.
SPA has a vibrant, collaborative academic culture. It is home to one of the longest-accredited MPA programs in the country, offered both online and on campus. The MPA program is ranked among the top 15 percent and is ranked #6 in Public Budgeting and Finance, #12 in Local Government, and #26 in Nonprofit Management. In addition to the MPA, SPA is home to a PhD program in Public Administration, a BS in Emergency Management, and several minors and certificates. We also have dual master’s degrees with Social Work, Gerontology, Criminology & Criminal Justice, Health & Kinesiology, and Management Information Systems. We have an MPA concentration in nonprofit management, and several doctoral students study this area. UNO is a Carnegie Doctoral Research University.
About the Position:
The successful candidate must be able to teach in-person and online courses in nonprofit management at the master and doctoral level and other electives in public or nonprofit management or public policy; provide service on doctoral dissertation committees; and help supervise doctoral students teaching. The successful candidate must demonstrate promise of excellence in research and be committed to community engagement and professional service. The typical teaching load for research-productive faculty is two courses per semester. On-campus presence is required.
About Us:
UNO is Nebraska's only public metropolitan university, situated in metropolitan area of over 1 million. Omaha is home to many government and nonprofit organizations, and near the state capital in Lincoln. With approximately 15,000 students and a campus known for its variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences, UNO is committed to inclusive excellence, impactful research, and meaningful community engagement to realize the transformative power of education. For more information about UNO, visit https://www.unomaha.edu.
How to Apply:
Applications for this position can be completed at the following link: https://unomaha.peopleadmin.com/postings/25191
To complete an application please submit the following:
- Cover letter addressing experience and qualifications
- Curriculum vita
- Research statement
- Teaching philosophy statement
- Summary of teaching evaluations
- Research writing sample
Names and contact information of three references
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin September 8, 2026. For questions regarding the position, please contact John Bartle at [email protected].
The University of Nebraska at Omaha is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to preventing and eliminating discrimination against employees and prospective employees based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska at Omaha does not condone or tolerate discrimination. In support of this policy, the University has implemented employment programs to recruit, employ, and promote qualified individuals based solely on their knowledge, skills, abilities and talents. These factors, along with our commitment to recruit, assess and select all candidates/employees using job-related criteria, ensure fairness, equal evaluation, and treatment in our selection decisions and processes.
