THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY, Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce, is focused on preparing international policymakers to meet the demands of the 21st century. We are guided by James Patterson's visionary approach to the integrated study of diplomacy and international commerce. Our school has four main areas of focus: Diplomacy, International Commerce, International Security and Intelligence, Development and International Organizations. We constantly refine our curriculum to ensure that we are effectively educating future global leaders across these concentrations. We are one of the nation's leading masters programs in international affairs.

Primary duties associated with this position involve instruction, training and advising for students for careers in international affairs across our four concentrations. In addition, this position will be responsible for curriculum development of graduate-level programming and courses. Practical work experience is required. This experience could be working for the government, military, intelligence community, industry, a think tank or related organization. Preferred applicants will have experience teaching at the university level and demonstrated ability to effectively participate in scholarly activities.

The University's mission involves three primary functions across our faculty cohort: instruction, research, and service. Each year, various ranking faculty work with the Office of the Dean to delineate their distribution of effort (DOE). This DOE outlines how faculty will spend their time. Of course, the DOE can fluctuate depending on an array of factors (e.g., grant funding, new course development, etc.).

The University of Kentucky offers comprehensive benefits. To find out more information, click Our Benefits | UK Human Resources (uky.edu).

Applicants are requested to submit a curriculum vitae (resume), a letter of interest detailing applicant's goodness of fit for the position (upload as Cover Letter), contact information for at least three professional references (upload as Specific Request #1), and relevant teaching experience (upload as Specific Request #2).

Application reviews will begin Oct 1. and continue until the position has been filled.

We seek outstanding scholars who can contribute to our programs in Diplomacy and International Commerce.

Master's in Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related field

10+ years working in government, industry, think-tank, or related field

N/A

PhD in Social Sciences, Public Policy, or related field. Teaching/instruction in a wide array of courses at multiple levels and formats, including online instruction, is preferred.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. 

 As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 

 Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.