Job Openings with CUPSO Members

Are you looking for the next step in your career as a "pracademic" serving communities across the country? The centers, institutes, and schools in the CUPSO network are looking for talented, committed people to join this exciting field at the nexus of policy, research and practice. Here you can explore current job openings and share them with your networks as well! 

Regional Research Institute, West Virginia University

Post-doctoral Scholar, Regional Economic Research
Location: Hybrid/ Morgantown, West Virginia (Hybrid expectations are regular attendance at in-person meetings)
Overview: The Regional Research Institute (RRI) at West Virginia University (WVU) seeks applications for a post-doctoral scholar (post-doc) who will report to the RRI director to help conduct regional economic research on a wide range of topics, including topics related to externally funded applied and academic research projects. The qualified individual will be responsible for economic and statistical analyses using a variety of data sources and in developing manuscripts, reports, and presentations for use in disseminating the results to both academic and public audiences. The post-doc will also assist the RRI director in supervising graduate students and in developing new research projects for the RRI. The post-doc will have opportunities to collaborate with scholars at WVU and internationally, to attend conferences, and for networking.
Anticipated Employment Timeframe: June 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027
Full Job Description and Application
(posted March 3, 2026)

Walter Rand Institute, Rutgers University-Camden

Senior (Research) Project Administrator
Location: Camden, NJ (possible opportunity for hybrid arrangement)
Overview: The Walter Rand Institute is hiring a Senior (Research) Project Administrator. This person will be responsible for leading and supporting mixed-methods research projects in a variety of content areas, including transportation, housing, opioids, public health, food insecurity. WRI is looking for someone with experience leading mixed-methods research projects from start to finish (formal personnel supervision not necessary - project leadership is what we're looking for), with exceptional project management, public speaking and public engagement  (e.g. state and local agencies, nonprofits, other external partners) skills. The Walter Rand Institute is a great place for someone who wants to make an impact in communities through research partnerships with external partners across the region and State. 
Full Job Description and Application
(posted March 30, 2026)

Voinovich School, Ohio University

SBDC Business Advisor
Location: Position responsibility is focused on northern Fairfield and Licking counties, Ohio
Overview: The SBDC Business Advisor fosters a strong climate for small business growth by providing in-depth, confidential, no-cost business counseling, no-cost training, and resource and referral services to Ohio’s small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs The Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is a results-driven program supported by state and federal funding. Advisors are responsible for delivering measurable economic impact that aligns with prescribed annual performance goals. Primary outcomes include assisting clients in securing capital and supporting both new business launches and the growth and sustainability of existing businesses. The Business Advisor is expected to proactively build, manage, and maintain a strong and diverse client pipeline. 
Full Job Description and Application
For best consideration apply by April 1 (posted March 12, 2026)

Workshop Instructor, Voinovich Academy for Excellence in Public Service
Location:Dublin, OH (trainings may be held in person or virtually using Zoom or Microsoft Teams)
Overview: The Leadership Academy, within the Voinovich School, offers customized professional and executive education programs for adult professionals working in the public or nonprofit sector. Each session is geared toward emerging leaders, professional leaders, or executive leaders. Duties will include developing and presenting session content while working closely with the curriculum manager to meet the needs of the specific learners. This collaboration includes writing appropriate objectives for assessment purposes, creating a training agenda, and providing materials (such as pre-work for participants, PowerPoint presentations, and handouts). We are looking for engaging instructors who incorporate elements of active learning into their instruction. Based on client interest, we anticipate the need for instructors in the following subject matter/content areas: 1) Knowledge transfer within organizations and with external entities. Theories of knowledge transfer v. practice. 2) Economic development fundamentals. 3) Local government budget and financing. 4) Asset mapping.
Full Job Description and Application
For best consideration apply by February 28 (posted Feb 2, 2026)

Institute of Social and Economic Research, University of Alaska Anchorage

Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) Director
Location:Anchorage, Alaska
Overview: The University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) Institute of Social and Economic Research (ISER) is seeking a new Director who will provide visionary leadership to the institute and manage a multi- disciplinary team consisting of 30 people, including faculty, research staff, and student researchers. The Director reports to the UAA Vice Chancellor for Research. The successful candidate must bring experience that extends or complements ISER’s focal research areas. The institute expects the Director to be recognized on and off campus as the Institute's voice, promoting its achievements and advocating for future opportunities and their financial support. Most importantly, the Director will guide and support institute researchers and staff, harnessing their expertise to shape ISER’s future research agenda in ways that respond nimbly to Alaska’s complex and evolving policy landscape.
Full Job Description and Application Information
(posted Feb 6, 2026)