Assistant Professor Educational Administration (Tenure-Track)

Company: Texas Southern University
Location: Houston
Posted on: April 25, 2025

Job Description:

Security Sensitive Position?: Yes Hours of Work: TBA Posting Number: TSU203294 Official TSU Title: Assistant Professor Educational Administration (Tenure-Track) Grant Title: Assistant Professor Educational Administration (Tenure-Track) Job Description Summary / TWC Summary: JOB SUMMARY:The Educational Administration and Foundations Department and the Division of Research and Innovation invite applicants for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position. The position is an external grant-funded position. The new faculty member will be expected to carry out a vigorous, externally funded research program, including research projects for graduate students in the Doctor of Education (EDD) program, advise doctoral students, and participate fully in teaching graduate students enrolled in the program. Additional responsibilities include teaching courses in the discipline area, providing high-quality instruction and advising/mentoring to doctoral students, assessing self, students, and teaching techniques to increase effectiveness; continuous professional development; actively participating in the university community; initiating research and publishing in respective discipline area; collaborate and support colleagues regarding research interests and co-curricular activities; participate in service-related activities both on and off campus. The applicant will also receive a 3-month summer appointment to teach in the master's programs at the College of Education during the external grant funding period.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:Successful candidates should be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in scholarly research and teaching. Responsibilities for this position will include conducting rigorous academic research, teaching doctoral-level courses, and contributing to a dynamic faculty team in expanding the doctoral program in Counselor Education at TSU. The work distribution will be approximately 50% research, 40% teaching, and 10% service for the first three years of the appointment.

This is a Grant Funded position. Essential Duties Summary:

• Teaches courses in the discipline area and provides quality instruction with teaching techniques that increase effectiveness.
• Provides research and publication in the respective area of discipline. Collaborates and supports colleagues in research interests and co-curricular activities.
• Participates in college committees.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. % FTE: 1.0 Hiring Range: $62,274.50 - $80.956.00 Education: An earned doctoral degree in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership and Policy Studies or an equivalent field. Required Licensing/Certification: Successful K-12 administrative experience with a current principal certificate
  Valid Driver's License preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of:
  • Standard for principles, methods and procedures in an area and determines long-term direction under his/her guidance. May involve a level of expertise that is recognized both internally and nationally as top notch in the field.
  • Microsoft Office Professional Suite or similar applications. Skill in:
    • Problem-solving and decision-making.
    • Subject matter expert in a professional discipline or function; understood to be the "go-to" expert on complex methods and procedures.
    • Strong time management.
    • Both verbal and written communication. Ability to:
      • Prepare detailed reports.
      • Lead the development or modification of work procedures in the discipline or function for virtually any situation.
      • Work independently. Work Experience: Preferred Experience:
        • Two or more years of postdoctoral research experience.
        • A record of impactful research publications in peer-reviewed journals.
        • Experience teaching in an active learning environment with innovative teaching strategies.
        • Experience writing competitive funding proposals.
        • Experience developing and maintaining a funded research program.
        • Experience mentoring and advising graduate students.
        • Experience fostering a sense of belonging for all students, including traditionally underrepresented populations in Educational Administration.
        • Experience in recruitment and retention of graduate students.
        • Drive to excel in teaching, research, and service. Working/Environmental Conditions:
          • Prolonged standing and/or walking.
          • Handling light weight objects.
          • Using or carrying equipment. UA EEO Statement: It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.
            
            Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures Open Until Filled (overrides close field) : Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: Open to all applicants. PandoLogic. Keywords: Education - Assistant Professor, Location: Houston, TX - 77007 , PL: 597318161

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