"Assistant Professor"

Position Summary

The Qualitative Research Program in the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy at the University of Georgia invites applications for the position of tenure track Assistant Professor with expertise in Qualitative Research and/or Evaluation Methodologies to begin in August 2026.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit all the following:

1. A letter of interest that addresses qualifications in the areas detailed below. This should include a description of the applicant’s (a) program of research, (b) experiences and interests in teaching, and (c) past successes in obtaining and future plans to pursue external funding for research support.
2. A statement of research and how their research interests contribute to the field of qualitative research and/or evaluation methodologies.
3. A curriculum vitae.
4. Sample publications (maximum 3), combined and uploaded as one pdf.
5. Three (3) letters of recommendation along with the contact information of the individuals providing professional reference.
6. Unofficial transcripts.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Melissa Freeman: freeman9@uga.edu

Applications received by October 3, 2025, are assured of full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Note: Official transcripts will be required only from finalists.

Posting Details

Posting Number: F2455P

Working Title: Assistant Professor

Department: COE-Lifelong Ed, Admin&Policy

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA, the Mary Frances Early College of Education (MFE COE) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.

The Qualitative Research Program offers a Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Qualitative Studies (IQS) for UGA students and online for non-degree students, and a Ph.D. in Qualitative Research and Evaluation Methodologies (QREM).

Minimum Qualifications

An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or similar) at the time of employment with a specialization in Qualitative Methods, Evaluation, or a closely related field.

Additional Requirements: Evidence of promise of moving towards a strong record of scholarly research that advances methodology in the fields of qualitative research and/or evaluation. This includes an active record of scholarship and productivity in terms of peer-reviewed publications in academic journals and professional presentations commensurate with experience. Evidence or strong potential for seeking and attracting external funding. Evidence or the promise of teaching graduate courses and mentoring students. Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and delivery of coursework for on-campus courses, as well as the online Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Qualitative Studies.
• Teach the equivalent of two graduate-level courses per semester.
• Maintain an active research agenda.
• Demonstrate effectiveness in teaching and advising, and mentor students in the Ph.D. degree in Qualitative Research and Evaluation Methodologies, as well as serve as methodologist on doctoral committees throughout the University.
• Actively seek external funding.
• Participate in faculty governance and professional service.