The Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia seeks applications for a Professor of Practice in Public Policy at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, depending upon qualifications. This is a full-time 9-month, non-tenure-accruing faculty position to begin in August 2025 (but open to other starting dates). Candidates must have a distinguished record of public service and leadership related to Congressional and/or state legislative politics. Applicants from other related areas, such as federal agencies and intergovernmental relations, are also encouraged to apply. As a Professor of Practice, candidates should be interested in engagement that contributes to improving public understanding and the quality of leadership and public policy on major issues facing the U.S. Congress or other legislative bodies, while advancing the mission of the Batten School. Engagement can take a wide variety of forms, including but not limited to advocacy, outreach, and public speaking; conducting and publishing policy-relevant research; convening conferences, workshops, and roundtable discussions; and holding strategic advisory positions; etc. Candidates should also be interested in teaching leadership and public policy, providing networking opportunities for students, and instructing undergraduate or graduate students on topics like the legislative process, major contemporary policy issues, and leadership skills. Professional experience or training in legislative affairs, policy analysis, implementation, assessment, and/or advocacy is required. Recognition for outstanding achievement or qualifying terminal degree(e.g., J.D., M.D., and Ph.D.) in the field is required. Teaching or related experience (e.g., leading trainings, management, etc.) and a record of public impact publications (e.g., policy development and briefs, advocacy reports, testimony, scholarship, etc.) are highly desirable. Built upon the strong foundation of one of the nation's top public universities, the Batten School combines rigorous education in policy analysis with a unique emphasis on acquiring leadership skills. Our faculty includes political scientists, economists, behavioral scientists, and professors of practice who bring real-world policymaking expertise to the classroom. The Batten School currently offers an MPP degree, an undergraduate major, a minor in public policy and leadership, and multiple dual degree programs with other UVA units. The successful candidate will be asked to teach multiple undergraduate or graduate courses on major policy issues or leadership skills and mentor students on policy projects for real-world clients. This position is typically a three-year renewable appointment. We are also open to exploring shorter appointments; specific terms are dependent on qualifications, experience, and rank. Salaries, benefits, and support for research and pedagogic innovation are highly competitive. Please note that this position requires regular in-person work at UVA’s campus in Charlottesville, VA and is not eligible for remote work. **To Apply** Please apply through Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/154299 . Applicants must submit: · A detailed resume · A cover letter (approximately 2-3 pages) that describes: o Your professional background and interest in the position. o How your professional background relates to developing a strong portfolio of policy engagement and/or policy-relevant research you would undertake as a professor of practice. o Your background, capacity, and future interests in teaching and mentoring activities. o Your potential contributions to supporting the mission of the Batten School and engagement with the wider University. Additional materials and references may be requested later in the recruitment process. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. The position will remain open until filled. If you have questions regarding the position or preparing your application, please contact: Darren DeGioia JDG Associates, Ltd. 702 King Farm Boulevard Rockville, MD 20850 (301) 340-2210 darren.degioia@jdgsearch.com For questions about the application process, please contact Jennett Murphy, Assistant Director of Faculty Affairs jennett.murphy@virginia.edu . **Applications that are missing required documents may not be given full consideration.** The University will conduct background checks on all new hires prior to employment. For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and embarkcva.com. The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians 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, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information. **The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit** **dualcareer.virginia.edu**