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University of Michigan Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology and Measurement in Dearborn, Michigan
Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology and Measurement
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How to Apply
The University of Michigan - Dearborn (UM-D) is one of three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn is a comprehensive university offering high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education primarily to residents of southeastern Michigan, and currently enrolls more than 8,000 students. The campus is located on 200 suburban acres of the original Henry Ford Estate in the Greater Detroit Metropolitan area and is committed to creating positive changes in the region. The Department of Education is part of the College of Education, Health, and Human Services (CEHHS) and offers bachelor's degrees (BA or BS) leading to teacher certification, instructional technology, and children and families. At the graduate level, the department offers multiple master's degree programs for professionals in the field of education, an Education Specialist (Ed.S.), and a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.). More details concerning the Department and the CEHHS may be found at: umdearborn.edu/cehhs.
Application Process:
Candidates should submit the following:
Cover letter summarizing how experience addresses position qualifications
Curriculum vitae
Statement of research agenda
Statement of teaching philosophy
Unofficial copies of transcripts
Contact information for three professional references
Interfolio:
Apply electronically at http://apply.interfolio.com/153069. Please attach each of the above items to the submission. Only electronic submissions will be accepted. For additional information, contact Mr. Jonathan Larson, (313) 593-5090or [email protected] ,Academic Program Manager, Educational Psychology Faculty Search. Review of applications will begin in early Fall 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.
Job Summary
The Department of Education in the College of Education, Health, and Human Services at the University of Michigan - Dearborn invites qualified candidates to apply for a full-time, tenure-stream Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology and Measurement position to begin September 1, 2025. We seek a dynamic, innovative professional to join our team of educators to advance our mission to provide a high-quality educational experience for our students rooted in strong academics, engaged learning, and clinical field experiences. The successful candidate will serve multiple programs within the Department of Education, teaching (online, face-to-face, or hybrid) graduate and undergraduate educational psychology courses in the teacher certification program for grade bands Birth to Kindergarten, PreK-3, 3-6, 5-9, and 7-12. The candidate may also teach doctoral courses in research methods and serve on dissertation committees. Other responsibilities will include research and publication, student advisement, service on college/university committees and professional organizations, and collaborative work with faculty and K-12 school colleagues in the culturally diverse communities of southeast Michigan. The candidate will be expected to have strong research skills leading to scholarly publications and to seek external funds to support research activities.
Required Qualifications*
Earned doctorate in Educational Psychology and Measurement, Learning Sciences, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field. Highly qualified ABD candidates will be considered at the instructor level.
Potential for scholarship with a research agenda leading to scholarly publications.
Experience in teaching in a culturally and linguistically diverse setting.
Ability to utilize technology to support teaching and to teach online courses.
Excellent oral and written skills.
Desired Qualifications*
Evidence of 2-3 years of teaching experience, or the equivalent, working in a school setting in the United States, or equivalent experience.
Experience teaching in a variety of formats, including online, hybrid, and face-to-face.
Experience in teaching multilingual learners.
Experience teaching at the university level.
Experience working with a variety of constituencies, including administrators, teachers, state department of education leaders, and community partners.
Experience teaching and mentoring students seeking teacher certification.
Commitment to cultivating trusting partnerships that support the recruitment and development of educators at the school, district, and community levels.
Modes of Work
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
253708
Working Title
Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology and Measurement
Job Title
ASST PROFESSOR
Work Location
Dearborn Campus
Dearborn, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Dbn Col Edu Hlt Hs
Department
Dbn CEHHS Education-OPERATIONS
Posting Begin/End Date
8/29/2024 - 2/03/2025
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular
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