Assistant Professor, Educational Research
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Assistant Professor, Educational Research.
Position Details
Location
Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division
School of Education
Position Type
Faculty
Employment Status
Full Time
Grant Funded
No
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of applications will begin November 1, 2022 and will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position can be directed to Dr. Thomas Lipscomb ([email protected]). A completed application will include 1) a cover letter describing applicant strengths and qualifications for the position, 2) a CV, 3) contact information for three references, 4) a research statement 5) a teaching statement, and 6) academic transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable; official transcripts are necessary for hire). Application materials can be uploaded to the HR site found here: https://jobs.usm.edu. The program is committed to increasing diversity; we encourage applications from those who identify as diverse in terms of gender, race, ethnicity, and/or sexual orientation AA/EEO/ADAI.
Job Summary
The School of Education at The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) invites applicants for a full-time, tenure-track, Assistant Professor position beginning August 2023. This is an exciting opportunity to join a rapidly growing school that is home to approximately 1,200 students in six program areas: 1) Elementary Education 2) Special Education, 3) Secondary Alternate Route, 4) Higher Education Administration, 5) Educational Administration, and 6) Educational Research. The research area of specialization for this position is open. Our faculty have established records of scholarship in the areas of research methodologies, advanced statistics, and measurement. The graduate program faculty currently provide training in research methods, program evaluation, and statistics. We aim to recruit applicants who will produce impactful research, and who will emphasize training graduate students to become productive and thoughtful practitioners in multiple program areas. The School of Education’s Research and Foundations programs include a Master of Science and a Doctor of Philosophy degree and include face-to-face, online, and hybrid delivery formats. Qualified applicants will be prepared to contribute to the research and teaching missions of the School of Education at the graduate level.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
1. Developing strong independent research program.
2. Seeking external funding.
3. Teaching and mentoring students across programs.
4. Contributing to the mission of the university and profession through service activities.
5. Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctor of Philosophy degree from an accredited college or university in Educational Research, Measurement, or Assessment or related field (by August 2023).
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
About The University of Southern Mississippi
The University of Southern Mississippi (USM) is a comprehensive public research institution delivering transformative programs on campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. Founded in 1910, USM is one of only 131 universities in the nation to earn the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education’s “R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity” designation, and its robust research enterprise includes experts in ocean science and engineering, polymer science and engineering, and large event venue safety and security, among others. USM is also one of only 37 institutions in the nation accredited in theatre, art and design, dance and music. As an economic driver, USM generates an annual economic impact of more than $600 million across the state. USM welcomes a diverse student body of more than 14,000, representing 71 countries, all 50 states, and every county in Mississippi. USM students have collected four Truman Scholarships and 37 National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships, while also leading Mississippi with 27 Goldwater Scholarships, an honor that recognizes the next generation of great research scientists. Home to the Golden Eagles, USM competes in 17 Division I sports sponsored by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA). For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.
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