Assistant Professor Educational Research

Job Summary

Reporting to the department chair, the Assistant Professor of Educational Research will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in introductory and advanced research methods. The majority of educational research courses are offered fully online; doctoral classes are offered in a hybrid format with on-campus or online synchronous meetings 3-4 weekends per semester. This individual is also expected to supervise graduate student research as a member of Ed.S. and Ed.D. committees, engage in productive scholarship in the discipline, and provide service at all levels of the university and to the profession. The position is an academic (10 month), tenure-track appointment. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Educational Research, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Educational Research, by August 1, 2026
• Coursework in and experience with research methods with a specialization in one or more of the following areas: quantitative methods/statistics, qualitative research, or mixed methods research
• Willingness to teach online courses
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring graduate student research
• Commitment to using technology in teaching and scholarship
• Evidence of an emerging research agenda
• Potential for securing extramural funding for research and/or training
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Ability to contribute to a positive work environment in the department, college, and university

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching experience in higher education
• Experience with online learning as instructor or student

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; copies of graduate transcripts (unofficial copies accepted); and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins October 31, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Dr. Cordelia Zinskie, Search Chair
edresearch@georgiasouthern.edu