Assistant Professor, Educational Studies & Research Unversity of Southern Mississippi -
Hattiesburg, MS
Assistant Professor
Educational Studies and Research
The University of Southern Mississippi
This tenure-track appointment at the assistant level involves teaching beginning and advanced graduate-level research, assessment/evaluation and higher education courses on two campuses. Mentoring, research and service are also expected. Applicants should include evidence of high-quality teaching and also show potential for an active research program.
The anticipated starting date is August 15, 2013 (fall 2013 semester). Summer 2013 teaching may be available.
Founded in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi is a comprehensive doctoral and research-extensive university that enrolls approximately 17,000 students each year. Southern Miss is the only dual-campus university in Mississippi, with campuses in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, along with six additional research and teaching sites. Learn more about the Department of Educational Studies and Research at www.usm.edu/esr .
Apply at www4.usm.edu/hr/emp_appand upload (a) cover letter that explains qualifications and fit for the position;(b) current vita that details educational credentials/degrees, scholarly activity and teaching/mentoring experience, and membership in professional organizations (e.g., AERA, ASHE);(c) letters from three references that address teaching potential, potential as an independent researcher, ability to successfully mentor students in research, and potential as a good departmental citizen;(d) most current transcript; and (e) contact information for references. Online submission of a sample publication and evidence of teaching excellence is optional.
Questions may be directed to kyna.shelley@usm.edu .
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received no later than October29, 2012; however, applications will continue to be accepted until position is filled.
AA/EOE/ADAI
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Earned Ph.D. in social science or related field
2. Strong written and oral communication skills
3. Indicators of abilities to engage in effective teaching and research
4. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with students and faculty from diverse backgrounds, programs and colleges
5. Coursework and/or experience teaching assessment/evaluation/measurement, quantitative research methods and/or higher education (such as finance, policy, human resources, curriculum)
Additional Qualifications:
Preference will be given to applicants who meet the requirements listed above and one or more of the following:
Evidence of excellent teaching at the post-secondary level
Experience mentoring student research
Success with securing external funding
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