Higher Ed Job Postings

Fri Nov 16 19:48:46 EST 2007


Here are some current job listings. Please circulate. We need well qualified and diverse candidates for positions within the College of Education and Allied Professions at Western Carolina University. The Positions are:Assistant/Associate Professor - Educational Research,  Assistant Professor-Curriculum and Instruction, Assist/Assoc/Full Professor-Literacy Education, Assistant/Associate Professor in Science Education. Please go to the website to apply if you are a qualified candidate. Please do not wait, some of these postings are closing soon! (copy and paste the following link)https://jobs.wcu.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1195258447172Assistant/Associate Professor - Educational ResearchPosition Number  2324   Classification Title  Assistant Professor/Associate Professor   Working Title:  Assistant/Associate Professor - Educational Research   Does this position accept online applications?  Yes   Division:  Academic Affairs   Job Category  Faculty (EPA)   Full-time/Part-time  Full-time   Posting Information:  Western Carolina University (WCU) invites applications for an assistant/associate professor of educational research in the Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations.WCU is a regional comprehensive university located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. One of 16 institutions of the University of North Carolina, WCU enrolls approximately 9000 students, including 1700+ graduate students.The Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations includes 17 full-time faculty and offers programs in Educational Leadership and Secondary Education. The department resides in the College of Education and Allied Professions, which is the 2007 recipient of the national Christa McAuliffe award. Faculty participate in regional engagement and support the University's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). Applicants are encouraged to visit the WCU website (www.wcu.edu) and read the university vision and details about the QEP.Responsibilities: Teach master's and doctoral level courses in research methods and statistics, utilizing both online and face-to-face delivery methods; chair and serve on dissertation committees; conduct a program of scholarly research relevant to the public schools or higher education; provide service to the university and larger educational community.Rank and salary are commensurate with experience.Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires an established record of scholarly research and publication. Appointment will begin August 2008.   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies:    Minimum Training & Experience Requirements  Requirements include an earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university by August 2008 in educational research or a closely related field, with emphasis in quantitative methods; strong interest in teaching; and demonstrated potential for scholarly research.   Preference will be given to those applicants with the following training and experience:  Preference will be given to candidates who also have the following: previous teaching experience in higher education; experience in using distance learning technologies; previous service on dissertation or thesis committees; and demonstrated competence in qualitative or mixed-methods research.   Salary Range:(Commensurate with qualifications, if applicable)    Competency Level:(SPA Banded positions only)    Applicant Pool:  All Applicants   Department  Educational Leadership & Foundations   Job Open Date  10-11-2007   Job Close Date  Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants  Applications: The review of applications will begin January 15, 2008.Candidates should apply online. Attach a letter of application, vita and list of at least three references, with complete current contact information.Inquiries can be directed to: Dr. Dixie McGinty, Search Committee Chair, 250 Killian Building, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723-9039; telephone 828-227-7415; email dmcginty at email.wcu.edu.Department website: http://www.ceap.wcu.edu/ELF/home.htmlApplicants must be eligible for employment in the United States.Western Carolina University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who conducts background checks.   Additional Comments:    Posting Number  0400506   _________________________________________________________________________Position Number  1503   Classification Title  Assistant Professor   Working Title:  Assistant Professor-Curriculum and Instruction   Does this position accept online applications?  Yes   Division:  Academic Affairs   Job Category  Faculty (EPA)   Full-time/Part-time  Full-time   Posting Information:  Assistant Professor (fixed term) Curriculum and InstructionFaculty in the Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations at Western Carolina University invite applications for a renewable (non-tenure track) position as assistant professor beginning Fall 2008.WCU is a regional comprehensive university located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. One of 16 institutions of the University of North Carolina, WCU enrolls approximately 9000 students including 1700+ graduate students. The Department of Educational Leadership and Foundations includes 17 full-time faculty and has programs in Educational Leadership and Secondary Education. The department resides in the College of Education and Allied Professions which is accredited by NCATE and DPI and is the 2007 recipient of the national Christa McAuliffe award. Faculty participate in regional engagement and support the University's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP). Applicants are encouraged to visit the WCU website www.wcu.edu and read the university vision and about the QEP.Responsibilities: The successful applicant will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in curriculum and instruction; offer service to public schools in the region; and perform other related duties as requested within the department, college and university.   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies:    Minimum Training & Experience Requirements  A doctorate in curriculum and instruction or related discipline from an accredited university; pre-K/12 teaching experience and the credentials to obtain a N.C. teaching license. Consideration may be given to ABD applicants.   Preference will be given to those applicants with the following training and experience:  Preference will be given to candidates with successful college teaching experience and background in networked learning technologies.   Salary Range:(Commensurate with qualifications, if applicable)    Competency Level:(SPA Banded positions only)    Applicant Pool:  All Applicants   Department  Educational Leadership & Foundations   Job Open Date  10-11-2007   Job Close Date  Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants  Applications: The review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.Candidates must apply online. Please attach a letter of application, vita and list of at least three references, with complete current contact information,Inquiries can be directed to: Dr. Chris Caram, Search Committee Chair, 250 Killian Building, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, North Carolina 28723-9039; telephone 828-227-7415; email ccaram at email.wcu.eduDepartment website: http://www.ceap.wcu.edu/ELF/home.htmlApplicants must be eligible for employment in the United States. Western Carolina University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer who conducts background checks. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.   Additional Comments:    Posting Number  0400504   ___________________________________________________________________________Position Number  1527   Classification Title  Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor   Working Title:  Assist/Assoc/Full Professor-Literacy Education   Does this position accept online applications?  Yes   Division:  Academic Affairs   Job Category  Faculty (EPA)   Full-time/Part-time  Full-time   Posting Information:  The Department of Elementary and Middle Grades Education at Western Carolina University seeks to fill a tenure-track position in elementary and middle grades education with a focus on literacy.WCU is a regional comprehensive university located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, an hour from Asheville, NC and 2 ½ hours from Atlanta, GA. One of 16 institutions in the University of North Carolina system, WCU enrolls approximately 9,000 students including 1600 graduate students. The Department of Elementary and Middle Grades Education includes 13 full-time faculty members and offers degree programs and licensure for undergraduates and graduates, including programs for elementary education, middle grades education, and reading. The department resides in the fully-accredited College of Education and Allied Professions. The EMGE faculty share a constructivist, holistic view of children's development and education.Responsibilities for the position include teaching literacy courses to undergraduates and graduate students both on campus and in distance education formats. Other duties include supervising interns, working as partners with public schools, engaging in scholarly activity, advising students, and providing service to WCU.Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.The successful candidate will be expected to fully support the implementation of the Quality Enhancement Plan (OEP) submitted by Western Carolina University to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in 2007 and be significantly engaged with public schools in the region. Applicants are encouraged to visit the WCU website (http://www.wcu.edu) and read the university vision and details about the QEP.   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies:    Minimum Training & Experience Requirements  An earned doctorate from an accredited university is required.It is preferred that the doctorate be in elementary or middle school education with an emphasis in literacy.Also required are 1) at least three years of teaching experience in public schools in elementary or middle grades; 2) evidence of scholarly potential; 3) commitment to working as part of a collaborative team; and 4) eligibility for NC teaching license at the elementary/middle grades level.   Preference will be given to those applicants with the following training and experience:  A knowledge base in issues of diversity and the ability to use technology to support learning are also desirable.   Salary Range:(Commensurate with qualifications, if applicable)    Competency Level:(SPA Banded positions only)    Applicant Pool:  All Applicants   Department  Elementary and Middle Grades Education   Job Open Date  10-16-2007   Job Close Date  Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants  Interested applicants must apply online. Attach the following items: 1) a cover letter, 2) a curriculum vita, and 3) a list of at least three professional references.For questions or additional information, please contact Ms. Ruth A. McCreary, Director, School University Teacher Education Partnership, 124 Killian Education Building, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723, (828) 227 3346, or email rmccreary at wcu.edu.Western Carolina University is an equal opportunity employer and conducts criminal background checks.File review will begin November 15, 2007 and position will remain open until filled.Starting Date: August 1, 2008.   Additional Comments:    Posting Number  0400508   ____________________________________________________________________________Position Number  2325   Classification Title  Assistant Professor/Associate Professor   Working Title:  Assistant/Associate Professor in Science Education   Does this position accept online applications?  Yes   Division:  Academic Affairs   Job Category  Faculty (EPA)   Full-time/Part-time  Full-time   Posting Information:  The Department of Elementary and Middle Grades Education at Western Carolina University seeks to fill a tenure track position in elementary and middle grades education with a focus on science education.WCU is a regional comprehensive university located in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, an hour from Asheville, NC and 2 ½ hours from Atlanta, GA. One of 16 institutions in the University of North Carolina system, WCU enrolls approximately 9,000 students including 1600 graduate students. The Department of Elementary and Middle Grades Education includes 14 full-time faculty members and offers degree programs for undergraduates and graduates, including programs for elementary education, middle grades education, and reading. The department resides in the fully-accredited College of Education and Allied Professions. The EMGE faculty shares a constructivist, holistic view of children's development and education.Responsibilities for the position include teaching science methods courses to undergraduates and graduate students in both on-campus and distance education formats. Willingness to teach in interdisciplinary integrated subject areas is also preferred. Other duties are supervising interns, working in partnerships with public schools, engaging in scholarly activity, advising students, and service to WCU.Rank and salary are commensurate with qualifications and experience.The successful candidate will be expected to fully support the implementation of the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) submitted by WCU to the Southern Association of Colleges and Universities in 2007 http://www.wcu.edu/SACS/QEP/index.html   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies:    Minimum Training & Experience Requirements  An earned doctorate in elementary or middle grades science education from an accredited institution is required.Also required are 1) a strong background in science; 2) at least three years of public school teaching experience in elementary or middle grades; 3)evidence of scholarly potential; 4)commitment to working as part of a collaborative team; and 5) eligibility for a NC teaching license at the elementary/middle grades level.   Preference will be given to those applicants with the following training and experience:  A knowledge base in issues of diversity, experience with distance education, and the ability to use technology to support learning is also desirable.   Salary Range:(Commensurate with qualifications, if applicable)    Competency Level:(SPA Banded positions only)    Applicant Pool:  All Applicants   Department  Elementary and Middle Grades Education   Job Open Date  10-11-2007   Job Close Date  Open Until Filled Special Instructions to Applicants  Apply online with: 1) cover letter, 2) curriculum vita, and 3) a list of at least three professional references (include complete contact information). The cover letter should express your philosophy and vision for preparing elementary and middle grades educators.For additional information, please contact Dr. Elaine Franklin, Director, Center for Mathematics and Science Education, 224 Killian Education Building, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723, or e-mail: efranklin at email.wcu.edu.Western Carolina University is an equal opportunity employer and conducts criminal background checks. For more information on WCU log on to our web site http://www.wcu.edu.File review will begin November 1, 2007 and position will remain open until filled.Start Date: August 1, 2008   Additional Comments:    Posting Number  0400505   
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