Assistant Professor Of Security And Emergency Management (Arctic Security)

The College of Business and Security Management at the University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor rank in the Homeland Security and Emergency Management program, beginning the spring semester 2024. The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D., or be ABD, in Homeland Security and Emergency Management, or a related field.

Preference will be given to candidates with practical experience in the public sector, private sector, international organizations, and the HSEM community concerning arctic security, and defense-related issues. Applicants seeking a balance of teaching and research responsibilities will find a collegial work environment with a competitive salary and benefits package. Alaska offers unsurpassed natural beauty and world-class recreational opportunities year-round.

Primary duties are to teach five or six courses per year at the undergraduate/graduate level. Outstanding teaching and excellent communication skills are required.

Candidates will participate in departmental and university service and engage in continuing professional development and research. Candidates must be able to perform relevant research and meet professional publication standards. Learn more about our program by visiting the University of Alaska website at www.uaf.edu/cbsm.

This recruitment is open internally to current UA employees or those otherwise eligible to apply to internal postings and not open to visa sponsorship at this time.

Minimum Qualifications:

Ph.D. or ABD in Homeland Security and Emergency Management or a related field. Experience teaching HSEM courses at the university level.

Experience with an active research program in arctic operations, diplomacy, and science with an emphasis on policy and strategy development. Education, training, or practical experience in arctic security and defense-related policy and strategy in the public or private sector.

Position Details:

This position is located on the Troth Yeddha' campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. This is a full-time (ten-month) tenure track faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package.

UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and medical, dental, and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UNAC Grade 30 wage scale, final salary will be based on education and experience.

Please provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three professional references in your application. Applications will be reviewed on 07/03/2024, to ensure consideration, please apply by 11:55 PM, Alaska Standard Time on 07/02/2024.

This position is represented by United Academics-AAUP/AFT (UNAC). http://www.unitedacademics.net/

• To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution, and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Jim Wolverton, CBSM HR Coordinator, at jwolvert@alaska.edu or (907) 474-7461.