Assistant Professor of Education
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Title:Assistant Professor of EducationConcentration: LiteracyDivision: Provost's OfficeDepartment: Pott College of Science, Engineering, & EducationEEO Job Group:2 C5Position SummaryThe Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education at the University of Southern Indiana invites applicationsfor a 9-month tenure-track Assistant Professor of Education with a focus in Literacy/Reading to begin August 2025.Duties/ResponsibilitiesThe faculty member is expected to teach literacy using the science of reading approach for undergraduate education majors, teach graduate courses for in-service teachers, advise students, serve on dissertation committees, engage in service-related activities including participation in departmental, college, and university committees and professional organizations; and initiate research and grant activities leading to scholarly presentations and publications.The faculty member will have the potential to develop a research agenda that leads to scholarly works and the engagement of students. Start-up funds and other financial support are available to initiate a productive research effort.Although some courses are taught in distance education formats, applicants should expect an on-campus presence throughout their employment term.Required Knowledge and SkillsA Doctorate in Education with a focus on literacy or a closely related field is required along with a minimum of 3 years of full-time teaching experience in a P-6 classroom setting. Doctoral candidates will be considered at the rank of Instructor if the terminal degree will be completed by the end of their first year of employment. If employment starts in August 2025, terminal degree must be completed by the end of July 2026.About USIThe University of Southern Indiana is a public higher education institution located on a beautiful1,400-acre campus in Evansville, IN. We offer employees exceptional benefits! Benefits for thisposition include:Affordable medical, dental, vision, life and short term and long-term disability insurance plans.Retirement plan where the University makes the total contribution equivalent to 11% of annual salary.Full tuition fee waiver for employees/75% for spouses and dependent children.Free access to Recreation, Fitness & Wellness Center.Access to on-campus University Health Center and Dental Hygiene Clinic.For more information about the benefits that USI offers, please visit the CollegeThe Pott College of Science, Engineering, and Education at the University of Southern Indiana is committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship and professional activity, and service to the university and the community.About the DepartmentThe Department of Teacher Education offers undergraduate degree programs in early childhood education, elementary education, and special education, along with licensure programs in secondary education. The Department also offers a spectrum of Master of Science in Education degree programs, along with an Ed.D. program in educational leadership. For additional information about the Department, please see: ProcessClick Apply Now! near the top right of this page to complete an application and upload application materials to the attention of the Search Committee Chair. Application materials should include:Letter of applicationCurrent curriculum vitaeUnofficial transcriptsBrief statement of teaching and research philosophySearch Committee Chair:If you have questions about the open position, please contact Dr. Elizabeth Wilkins, search committee chair, Consideration Date:For best consideration, please submit materials before November 2, 2024.Pre-Employment ScreeningA background check will be required for employment in this position.Authorization to Work in the United StatesUSI may sponsor an employment-related visa for this position.Interview AccommodationsPersons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please contact the manager of Employment at or (812) ###-####. Contacting the manager of Employment is intended for use in seeking disability-related accommodations only. For general applicant inquiries, contact Human Resources at or (812) ###-####.EEO StatementThe University of Southern Indiana is anEEO/AA employer. All individuals including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.#J-18808-Ljbffr