Professor of Strategy

Summary The Air War College Department of Strategy invites applications for the Professor of Strategy position beginning summer 2025. AWC is a resident master's degree program for senior military/civilian leaders from the U.S. and partner nations. The department receives excellent financial support for research, conference attendance, and professional development. Duties Teaching: leading graduate-level seminars of 12-16 students at a 2/2 equivalent load Teaching the Department of Strategy's core curriculum, the Foundations of Strategy and the Contemporary Strategy course Teaching electives in the applicant's areas of specialization and/or teaching in AWC's Regional Security Studies course Developing curriculum and advising student research Facilitating experiential learning (war games, strategy exercises, etc.) throughout academic year Research: engaging in professional research and writing in areas of expertise Publishing book manuscripts, articles, monographs, and book reviews in scholarly journals, professional journals, and other outlets Presenting results of research at conferences and symposia Service: serving in faculty positions supporting personnel and programs Participating with other professional military education schools, professional organizations, AF/DoD institutions, universities, and colleges for professional development Delivering lectures, conducting seminars, participating in panel discussions related to AWC curriculum Maintaining academic currency by consistently reviewing professional literature and participating in professional associations Requirements Conditions of employment U.S. Citizenship Required Must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guide A top-secret security clearance is required with Sensitive Compartmented Information You may qualify for moving expenses, if authorized, it may be covered using PCS, Recruitment or Relocation Incentive in accordance with agency policy. Position is subject to random drug testing. This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. This is an Administratively Determined position in the excepted service. If selected for, this employee must serve a 2-year trial period. Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Incumbent may be required to travel by commercial or military conveyance to perform temporary duty. Qualifications Teaching experience (preferably at the graduate level) commensurate with professorial rank sought and/or extensive professional experience and a suitable publication record are required. Broad knowledge of the interdisciplinary subject matter (military/diplomatic history, international relations, leadership, airpower, planning) that comprises the AWC strategic studies curriculum is highly desired. Knowledge of scholarly research methods and ability to conduct inquiry and publish in leading academic venues is required. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences Education A master's degree in military/diplomatic history, international relations, strategic studies, or a related field is required. A PhD is highly desired and advanced doctoral students are encouraged to apply. ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are required at the time of application. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional information The position will be an initial three-year appointment with the potential for continued reappointment for additional 1-5-year terms. This position is subject to Air University's tenure and promotion policy; this position is tenure-track eligible. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated in the "Highly Qualified" or "Best Qualified" Category on the rating criteria for this vacancy. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Selective Service: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. For additional information, click here. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. 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