Associate or Full Professor of Professional Practice
 Utah State University | |
Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits.
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 United States, Utah, Logan | |
 Nov 11, 2025 | |
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Associate or Full Professor of Professional Practice Requisition ID: 2025-9685 # of Openings: 1 Location: US-UT-Logan Category: Faculty Position Type: Benefited Full-Time Job Classification: Faculty College: College of Arts & Sciences Department: Dean-Arts & Sciences Advertised Salary: Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits. Overview The College of Arts and Sciences at Utah State University invites external applications for an associate or full professor of professional practice beginning on August 1, 2026. Successful applicants will demonstrate excellence in teaching (70%), and effectiveness in research (20%) and service (10%) through engagement in the fields of conflict transformation and peacebuilding. Competitive candidates will either have a terminal degree (e.g., PhD, JD or MFA) with ten years of professional experience or a master's degree with more than ten years of professional experience. This position is open with respect to disciplinary field and substantive focus, but conflict management skills are most desired, including mediation, facilitation, negotiation, and international diplomacy. Desired subject matter expertise includes conflict in the domains of the economy, environment, interpersonal relations, public health, and intergroup relations (e.g., interfaith conflict, violent conflict, conflict processes, etc.). This is a renewable academic year, nine-month position with the opportunity for summer employment, dependent on the availability of funds. The candidate will have an appointment within an academic department in the College of Arts and Sciences but will spend two-thirds effort toward the Heravi Peace Institute. Candidates must complete their application online by clicking this link: https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9685/associate-or-full-professor-of-professional-practice/job (alternatively candidates may visit http://jobs.usu.edu and search for requisition ID number 2025-9685). Review of applications will begin December1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is August 2026, depending on the availability of the selected candidate. Inquiries may be directed to the search committee chair, Chad Ford (435-797-2391; Chad.Ford@usu.edu). Job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check Responsibilities Consistent with its mission, the Heravi Peace Institute offers a variety of opportunities for faculty members to engage with learners, both matriculated students seeking formal academic credit and community members seeking to develop their capabilities as peacebuilders. Teaching will be, by far, the largest component of this faculty position, so the incumbent will be expected to maintain the equivalent of a three-course teaching assignment each semester, with the understanding that this may include a combination of formal (for-credit) and informal (non-credit) instruction. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: To be considered at the rank of associate professor of professional practice, the candidate must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications: To be considered at the rank of professor of professional practice, the candidate must have the following preferred qualifications:
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**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** Advertised Salary Commensurate with education and experience, plus excellent benefits. ADA Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. College/Department Highlights https://artsci.usu.edu/ University Highlights Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact. USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties. Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement. Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu . *updated 09/2025 https://careers-usu.icims.com/jobs/9685/associate-or-full-professor-of-professional-practice/job?in_iframe=1 Notice of Non-discrimination In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law. The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies: Executive Director of the Office of Equity Matthew Pinner, discrimination@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 401, 435-797-1266 Title IX Coordinator Matthew Pinner, titleix@usu.edu, Distance Education Rm. 404, 435-797-1266 Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322 For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://equity.usu.edu/, or contact: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 800-421-3481, OCR@ed.gov U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, 303-844-5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-62e89e6d3fb49640a6f4fcab7b298620 | |