The Ohio University Patton College of Education and its Department of Educational Studies invite applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Educational Administration at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor will require significant prior teaching, service, and scholarly activities. The successful candidate will join the faculty of Educational Administration (EDAD), a program offering doctoral and master’s degree programs and licensure programs related to PK-12 administration.

Position Description

The appointee will be expected to maintain a strong record of scholarship, preferably with an emphasis on educational leadership and policy in rural and/or Appalachian settings. The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate from an accredited university in a relevant field. Teaching responsibilities will generally be assigned based on specific qualifications and interests of the appointee.

Additional Responsibilities

• teach graduate courses on both the Athens and regional campuses
• advise graduate students and direct dissertations for majors in the EDAD program
• coordinate the activities of individual cohorts
• serve on doctoral committees and dissertations for students in other programs
• serve on shared governance committees of the department, college, and university
• provide service to the university and the profession

Required qualifications include:
• Earned doctorate from an accredited university by time of appointment
• Strong record of scholarship
• Experience teaching, advising, and mentoring graduate students

Preferred qualifications include:
• Experience in PK-12 leadership and/or relevant policy work
• Commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service that supports rural schools and communities
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Excellent communication, collegial, and interpersonal skills
• Experience working with regional cohort programs and/or other off-campus alternative program delivery models

Application Details

The applicant should fully describe his or her qualifications and relevant experience via a cover letter, two examples of scholarly research, a statement of teaching philosophy and a current curriculum vitae. The applicant should also supply the names and contact information (addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses) of at least three professional references. Candidates who proceed to a short list may be asked to submit additional references or additional materials (e.g., teaching evaluations).

Ohio University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity and affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to building and maintaining a diverse workplace. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

Review of materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by February 1, 2013, are guaranteed consideration. The desired position start date is August 26, 2013.

To begin the application process, visit the university jobs website at
www.ohiouniversityjobs.com

For questions, please contact Dr. Gordon Brooks (brooksg@ohio.edu), Search Committee Chair.

Ohio University & The Patton College of Education

Established in 1804, Ohio University is the oldest public institution of higher learning in the historic Northwest Territory and the state of Ohio. As a comprehensive, national research university, it offers distinctive, high-quality education. Nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains, Athens’ natural beauty provides a picturesque backdrop for a quintessential college town that boasts a vibrant community of 21,000.

Ohio University is categorized as a Carnegie RU/H: Research University (high research activity).

The Patton College of Education serves more than 2,100 undergraduates and over 800 graduate students in five departments: Counseling and Higher Education, Educational Studies, Human and Consumer Science Education, Recreation and Sport Pedagogy, and Teacher Education. The College has a proud history, spanning more than 120 years. Our influence is felt both locally and globally. We were the first public teacher preparation program in Ohio. Today, the College employs more than 100 outstanding faculty members with expertise and experience that extend across four continents. By forging trademark partnerships that address the social, economic, and educational issues affecting public school children’s ability to learn, The Patton College of Education continues to have a profound impact on the state of education in our region, the nation, and the world.

For more information about Ohio University, please visit the University website at www.ohio.edu.

For additional information about The Patton College of Education, visit our website at www.cehs.ohio.edu.