through dissertation development, research design, and scholarly writing. The position emphasizes practitioner-scholar preparation, applied research, leadership development, and collaborative service.

This position requires the following qualifications:

• Earned doctorate (EdD or PhD) in Instructional Leadership, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field
• Valid Alabama Instructional Leadership certificate or equivalent leadership credential or the ability to earn an Alabama certification
• Experience in P–12 educational leadership
• Demonstrated experience supporting doctoral research and dissertation development

The department will give priority to applicants who have:

• Experience teaching in graduate and doctoral leadership programs
• Experience chairing or serving on dissertation committees
• Experience with online or hybrid doctoral instruction
• Evidence of scholarly publications or applied research

The position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.

The mission of the Professional Counseling & Leadership department is to provide to students instruction related to knowledge, skills, and dispositions of the specific area of their major. A strong commitment to instructional technology and school improvement is recognized by all faculty members in the department.

Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University is a learning-centered university in Jacksonville, Alabama, whose mission is to provide distinctive educational, cultural, and social experiences for a diverse student population.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, approximately midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,600 students representing 61 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to http://www.jsu.edu/president/strategic_planning.html

Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features seven colleges on its 459-acre campus - Arts and Humanities; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Science and Mathematics; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.

through dissertation development, research design, and scholarly writing. The position emphasizes practitioner-scholar preparation, applied research, leadership development, and collaborative service.

This position requires the following qualifications:

• Earned doctorate (EdD or PhD) in Instructional Leadership, Educational Leadership, or a closely related field
• Valid Alabama Instructional Leadership certificate or equivalent leadership credential or the ability to earn an Alabama certification
• Experience in P–12 educational leadership
• Demonstrated experience supporting doctoral research and dissertation development

The department will give priority to applicants who have:

• Experience teaching in graduate and doctoral leadership programs
• Experience chairing or serving on dissertation committees
• Experience with online or hybrid doctoral instruction
• Evidence of scholarly publications or applied research

The position has an anticipated start date of August 1, 2026.

The mission of the Professional Counseling & Leadership department is to provide to students instruction related to knowledge, skills, and dispositions of the specific area of their major. A strong commitment to instructional technology and school improvement is recognized by all faculty members in the department.

Founded in 1883, Jacksonville State University is a learning-centered university in Jacksonville, Alabama, whose mission is to provide distinctive educational, cultural, and social experiences for a diverse student population.

Located in the Appalachian foothills of northeast Alabama, approximately midway between Birmingham and Atlanta, JSU is home to more than 9,600 students representing 61 countries. As a learning-centered university, it strives to challenge students academically in a responsive environment, meeting their educational, career and personal goals. As an academic institution, it seeks to produce broadly educated graduates prepared for global engagement. As a public, comprehensive university, it promotes excellence in scholarly and service activities consistent with its academic and professional strengths. For a complete list of Goals, Core Values and Strategies to fulfill this Mission, go to http://www.jsu.edu/president/strategic_planning.html

Academically JSU offers 101 academic programs and concentrations, including bachelor's, master's, post-baccalaureate, doctoral and advanced certificate programs in a variety of disciplines that prepare graduates for meaningful careers and ongoing education. More than 40 online programs are offered. The University features seven colleges on its 459-acre campus - Arts and Humanities; Business and Industry; Education and Professional Studies; Health Professions and Wellness; Social and Behavioral Sciences; Science and Mathematics; and Library. Most academic programs have discipline-specific accreditations, a reflection of their quality and JSU’s commitment to excellence.