The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia invites applications for a position of Dean’s postdoctoral research associate. The school seeks a candidate who has research interests related to the core mission of the school – to generate new knowledge to solve the world’s toughest public policy challenges and educate ethical and effective leaders prepared to lead in a diverse and divided world

We seek candidates from a range of disciplines with specific interests in American political institutions, the politics of domestic policy issues, the politics of U.S. education, and/or race and ethnic politics. We welcome candidates who conduct research that has synergies with areas of current strength at the Batten School. Candidates should identify in their application 2 to 3 possible faculty within the school to serve as disciplinary mentors with whom they would be matched during the postdoc.

The postdoctoral appointment is renewed annually with a target length of two years and is expected to begin August 2024. A Ph.D. (conferred no later than July 2024) is required. Appointments involve independent research and/or opportunities for research collaboration with faculty and teaching one class per academic year at the Batten School.

A criterion for selection for this position is evidence of scholarly potential that could lead to a tenure track appointment at a research university. Strong quantitative, communication, and project management skills are also required. Applicants with a track record of publication are preferred. Applicants with demonstrated willingness of and ability to contribute to the wellbeing of populations that are historically underserved are encouraged.

This dean’s postdoctoral research associate position was launched in 2020 with the intention of creating a mentored professional development opportunity to train the next generation of scholars for future tenure-track positions. Postdoc research associates in this role will have opportunities for mentorship, access to resources and research infrastructure, opportunities to collaborate with faculty at a truly interdisciplinary school, and connections to a robust network of diverse scholars.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.  

To Apply

Apply online at https://uva.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UVAJobs

Search for requisition R0053913. Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile. Complete the application, and upload the following Required materials:

• 1‐page cover letter identifying 2‐3 potential Batten faculty mentors

• Curriculum vitae

• Research statement (max. 3 pages), including a broad introduction to your research, both past successes and future plans, as well as how your research agenda could integrate with current areas of study at the Batten School

• Teaching statement, describing prior teaching experience and/or teaching philosophy and courses you would like to teach

• Contact information for three references (references will only be contacted for those who are short listed)

• A separate statement regarding your potential contributions to any aspect of the UVA mission, which includes:

• an enduring commitment to a vibrant and unique residential learning environment marked by the free and collegial exchange of ideas

• an unwavering support of a collaborative, diverse community bound together by distinctive foundational values of honor, integrity, trust, and respect

• universal dedication to excellence and affordable access.

In this statement, please focus upon your work skills and experience. In doing so, you may choose to refer to your personal perspective, but the focus of our consideration is on your potential contributions through skills and experience, rather than personal opinions or beliefs.

** Note: Documents should be combined into fewer than five files, as five is the maximum number that can be uploaded in the CV/Resume box. Incomplete applications that are missing required documents may not be given full consideration.

Review of applications begins October 31, 2023. The position will remain open until filled.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check at time of offer per University Policy.

For questions about the application process, please contact Rhiannon O’Coin, Senior Academic Recruiter, at rmo2r@virginia.edu .

The office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Affairs at UVA maintains information at https://postdoc.virginia.edu/ to support postdocs.

For more information about UVA and the surrounding area, please visit http://uvacharge.virginia.edu/guide.html .

For more information about benefits available to postdoctoral associates at UVA, visit postdoc.virginia.edu and hr.virginia.edu/benefits

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.  We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences.  We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.