Design, and the Doctor of Education with a concentration in Leading Innovation and a concentration in Transformative Action in Education.. Our programs are designed to develop innovators and systems thinkers for learning, leadership, and change. We are searching for a colleague with a deep commitment to social justice and the ability to engage students in real-world practice through teaching that challenges dominant norms. We are focused on action-oriented, project-based models, teaching students to use various innovation tools and critical frameworks as methods for inquiry. The nature of our programs demands continual innovation and the pushing of traditional boundaries, which results in a very collaborative teaching culture.
This Sacramento-based faculty member plays an important role in building our presence and enhancing our reputation in the broader Sacramento area. As such the incoming candidate will oversee our community engagement efforts. They will also demonstrate evidence of dynamic teaching, innovative research, collaborative leadership, and dedicated service. The position will be based at the Sacramento Campus.
This is a tenure-eligible position with a eleven-month appointment. Faculty rank and title are contingent upon the successful candidate's experience and qualifications. The teaching workload is two courses each semester including summer for a 2-2-2 load. The position will teach in both Sacramento programs, as well as potentially teach in other graduate programs. The role includes serving as doctoral dissertation chair/co-chair and master's capstones. Chairing the programs also includes a significant role in assisting with student recruitment, faculty support, community engagement, curriculum development, internal service, and scholarship.
In collaboration with the Dean and Associate Dean, this position will play a key role in working to build and sustain Benerd Sacramento programs by:
- Providing overall vision and direction for the programs
- Leading the iteration and assessment of the programs' purpose, scope, and outcomes
- Recruiting and partnership building
- Building community and regional relationships to advance the programs
- Enhancing and executing our marketing plan for the programs
- Serving as the primary faculty contact for prospective students
- Presenting and engaging with prospective students at various recruitment events, both in person and online
- Developing faculty and providing opportunities for professional development/collaboration to transform the teaching/learning experience
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/31257.