Edu - Clinical Assistant Professor of Qualitative Research – Renewable Contract - 522299

Department/Organization
212601 - Ed Studies Psy/Res Method/Counsel

Rank
Assistant Professor

Position Summary
Appointments to the faculty of The University of Alabama are based on the personnel requirements of the University’s academic programs and on the goal of achieving and maintaining excellence in its teaching, research, and service/academic citizenship activities.

Detailed Position Information
The Department of Educational Studies houses a flourishing educational research program that offers a PhD in Educational Research and both Qualitative and Quantitative Research Certificates for graduate students. The successful candidate will join three existing qualitative research faculty and a vibrant and active qualitative research community, which includes faculty and doctoral students from across the university.

The work norms for the position are structured to fit what is required of our teaching faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 4 classes in qualitative research each semester (80% teaching allocation), with the remaining 20% of their work time devoted to service to the Department, College, and University.

The Department of Educational Studies, along with the College of Education, is firmly committed to creating an affirming culture that includes active and ongoing practices, which include engaging in critically oriented scholarship that recognizes, values, and promotes a range of communities and perspectives.

This is a nine-month, non-tenure-earning position with a contract of one year. The position start date is August 15, 2024.

Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

· Earned doctorate in educational research or in a related field with a specialization in qualitative methods (i.e., 18 hours of graduate-level qualitative coursework);

· Demonstrated knowledge of qualitative research methods and educational research design;

· Evidence of ability to conduct research leading to publication;

· Teaching experience at the undergraduate and/or graduate level(s);

· Evidence of teaching effectiveness;

· Ability to teach introductory qualitative research courses and a course related to qualitative case study;

· Ability to work with students and faculty in a variety of disciplines;

· Excellent writing and communication skills; and

· Demonstrated commitment to valuing varieties of perspectives, communities, and identities in research and teaching.

Instructions and Required Materials for Application
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The priority deadline for application is May 3, 2024. To be considered for the position, applicants must submit: a cover letter, CV, 3-4 references, and an unofficial transcript. Only completed applications will be considered. Materials can be submitted online at https://careers.ua.edu . Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience. Questions may be directed to the chair of the search committee, Kelly Guyotte ([email protected]).

About the Division/College/School
For over 150 years, the College of Education has been dedicated to developing professionals with the expertise needed to advance the intellectual and social conditions of all learners. By effectively preparing graduates to pursue their pedagogical and scholarly endeavors, the College of Education aims to lead Alabama in teaching, scholarship, advocacy, and service. Our faculty’s research, teaching, and service is widely recognized through their securement of external funding, national awards, professional organization leadership, established centers and offices, and outreach to the local, state, and national communities. Faculty in the college are free to pursue their passions, partner with the local communities, and excel in their many pursuits of academia.

The College of Education consists of six academic departments and 29 high-caliber programs, including opportunities that enable students to earn specialized degrees in teacher education, exercise science, and educational neuroscience. Through a robust offering of main campus options, online degrees, and certification programs, the College is poised to accommodate any learner. The College of Education is also home to the No. 1 competitive adaptive sports program in the nation, UA Adapted Athletics, and proudly supports their successes at their state-of-the-art facilities. With teaching, research, and outreach efforts that serve the local community and beyond, the College of Education continues to expand its footprint in both the world of academia and in our global society.

The College of Education is committed to advancing opportunities for all of its community members, including increasing and retaining faculty, staff, and students from a range of backgrounds and areas of expertise, creating a culture that welcomes a vibrant and global college community, and providing opportunities for faculty, staff, and students to develop competencies that support these efforts. For more information on the College of Education’s commitments and efforts, please visit our website: https://education.ua.edu/

About the University
The University of Alabama, part of The University of Alabama System, is the state’s flagship university. UA shapes a better world through its teaching, research and service. With a global reputation for excellence, UA provides an inclusive, forward-thinking environment and nearly 200 degree programs on a beautiful, student-centered campus.

A leader in cutting-edge research, UA advances discovery, creative inquiry and knowledge through more than 30 research centers. The University of Alabama has R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity status by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education and is among the top doctoral research universities in the United States.

As the state’s largest higher education institution, UA drives economic growth in Alabama and beyond.

About Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa is so much more than a college town.

It's a vibrant community that’s filled with legendary history. Located along the Black Warrior River, the city features a walkable downtown that’s complete with live music, locally owned shops, outdoor spaces to explore and local restaurants to meet every palate. With a geography ranging from suburban to rural, the area offers a variety of housing options along with excellent public and private schools and a wealth of recreational and entertainment options.

With a metro area population of 235,000, the Druid City lies about an hour southwest of Birmingham, in west-central Alabama. It’s within a few hours’ drive of Gulf Coast beaches and major cities like Nashville, New Orleans and Atlanta, making it a great base for growing better acquainted with the South’s finest offerings.

Background Investigation and EEO Statement
Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants to and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/migrated_files/employers/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf