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Job OverviewThe School of Education at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for a full-time, Assistant Professor-Educator (non-tenure track) in Applied Research Methods. This is a 9-month per year teaching position. The expected appointment will begin August 15, 2025.
The Research Methods area of the School of Education trains graduate students primarily through the Educational Studies MA and PhD programs and serves graduate students from departments across the University with a significant range of Research Methods course offerings. The Research Methods faculty have a strong commitment to high-quality teaching and the value of diverse research methods. Collectively, our methodological specializations include quantitative design, statistics, and measurement; action research and participatory methods; and mixed methods research. We are seeking a faculty member with a passion for teaching applied research methods and working with graduate students.
This Educator position involves teaching introductory statistics courses and the introduction to research methods course as well as mentoring master's students using a variety of research methods in their capstone projects. In addition, the position includes the possibility of teaching other applied research and evaluation courses aligned with the educator's expertise (e.g., survey methods, qualitative methods, or conducting quantitative research). Although this is primarily a teaching position, the successful candidate will be expected to engage with and advise graduate students; actively participate in program meetings and support program functioning; and contribute to ongoing development and review of courses/curriculum. More than anything, we are looking for a great teacher, mentor, and colleague who deeply cares about student success and training the next generation of researchers.
Essential FunctionsAn Assistant Professor–Educator at the University of Cincinnati is expected to teach and perform other professional or creative activities (e.g., mentor students, work on program/course development). This position will support the University of Cincinnati’s mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all our activities.
As part of the teaching responsibilities, the Assistant Professor–Educator will be expected to:
Interested and qualified applicants must apply online at https://jobs.uc.edu. Applicants must submit the following documents:
• Cover letter detailing interest and qualifications for the position, highlighting experiences, skills, and expertise with applied research methods relevant to the essential functions of the position and qualifications listed above.
• Curriculum Vitae
• Description of teaching experience that discusses courses taught, examples of pedagogical strategies used to support students, and use of instructional technology.
• Independent assessment of teaching ability (e.g., course evaluation scores)
• List of three references who would be able to speak to prior teaching and mentoring experience and quality of teaching.
All required documents must be attached to your online application. Please use the "additional documents" feature to include all these required items.
For more information, please contact:
Christopher M. Swoboda, PhD, School of Education, University of Cincinnati, swobodcr@ucmail.uc.edu
Vicki Plano Clark, PhD, School of Education, University of Cincinnati, planocvi@ucmail.uc.edu
Compensation and Benefits
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience. Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).
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