Visiting Assistant Professor of Public Service

The School of Public Service in the Strome College of Business at Old Dominion University invites applicants for a visiting assistant professor position in public administration. The position begins July 2026. This is a full-time, non-tenure-track one-year term position with a 4-4 teaching load for the 2026-Fall/Spring semesters.

The School of Public Service houses a NASPAA-accredited MPA program, a doctoral program in public administration and policy, a graduate certificate in public administration and policy, a graduate certificate in public procurement and contract management, and a minor in public service.

We welcome applicants with an emerging research record or clearly defined research agenda in public administration. The candidate will help meet teaching needs in both the MPA and PhD programs. Courses may include,

• Introduction to Public Administration.
• Research Methods.
• Human Resources Management.
• Leadership and electives in Nonprofit Management and Governance.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ph.D. degree in Public Administration or related field by May 2026.
2. Research trajectory sufficient to ensure graduate certification status to teach in the doctoral program.
3. Ability to teach courses in the MPA and PhD in Public Administration and Policy programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching a diverse student population.
• Experience teaching online courses.
• Emerging research record/agenda in public administration.

How to Apply: Interested candidates must submit materials at https://jobs.odu.edu/postings/24846
and attach the following with their online application:

1. A cover letter indicating teaching, research, and service interests and accomplishments that explains how the applicant fits the position description.
2. A curriculum vitae.
3. Evidence of teaching effectiveness and/or statement of teaching philosophy and list of courses taught.
4. Unofficial graduate transcripts.
5. Contact information for 3 references.

Review of applications will begin on January 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. All application materials will be held in confidence.

Questions on the position should be directed to Marina Saitgalina, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected].

About ODU: Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.