Assistant or Associate Professor of Critical Educational Research Methodologies in the Department of Education, Culture & Society

The University of Utah•Salt Lake, UT

About The Position

The Department of Education, Culture & Society ( ECS ) in the College of Education at the University of Utah invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in Critical Educational Research Methodologies, with an emphasis on critical quantitative or mixed-methods research. ECS is a diverse, multi-disciplinary group of scholars committed to the study and pursuit of social justice in education using cutting-edge frameworks that address class, race, ethnicity, culture, language, immigration status, gender, and sexuality in educational policy and practice. ECS offers Ph.D., M.Ed., professional program specialties in curriculum theory, cultural studies in education, multilingual/multicultural education ( ESL / DLBE ), community-engaged pedagogy, and the social foundations of education (anthropology, sociology, history, and philosophy of education). The department also offers undergraduate courses as a part of our commitment to develop culturally and linguistically responsive, socially just educators and community-engaged scholars. ECS is deeply committed to fostering collaboration across campus and across the state’s school districts, community-based organizations, and policy networks, to prepare educational professionals who are successful in diverse educational contexts; and to support distinction in teaching, service, and scholarship. We seek candidates whose interests include but are not limited to: critical social theories (e.g., CRT , raciolinguistics, gender studies, and intersectionality), community-engaged and participatory research; history and politics of education. We especially welcome scholars who bring clarity and new ways of thinking about pressing issues related to equity in educational settings in and out of schools. The College of Education strongly encourages and welcomes all applicants. The College affirms the dignity and value of every member of our community. The College of Education is committed to empowering faculty, staff, and students via an accessible and inclusive work and learning environment that serves all individuals. Learn more about the College of Education Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: https://education.utah.edu/about/diversity/Index.php Located in metropolitan Salt Lake City in the foothills of the Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah (The “U”) is the state’s flagship Research-1 public institution. It emphasizes exceptional scholarship, quality teaching, and professional service and serves over 35,000 students from across the U.S. and the world, with over 72 major subjects at the undergraduate level and more than 90 major fields of study at the graduate level, including law and medicine. Known for its proximity to seven world-class ski resorts within 40 minutes of campus, The U encourages an active, holistic lifestyle, innovation, and collaborative thinking to engage students, faculty, and business leaders. Salt Lake City is a vibrant, major metropolitan area with a diverse, multicultural population and numerous cultural and outdoor activities. The University-funded University-Neighborhood Partnership Center and the Bennion Center for community-engaged teaching and learning anchor ongoing University-wide efforts to connect scholarship to community issues and concerns. Salt Lake City is home to a robust array of diverse communities and numerous cultural and outdoor activities facilitating numerous opportunities for interaction with a range of civic and political organizations, given the city’s role as the governmental and social center of the state. Utah public schools and community organizations serve a diverse student body (statewide average: eight percent multilingual learners designated as ELs and twenty-six percent non-white), notably higher in its urban districts.

Requirements

An earned doctorate in education, educational methods, or a related field by August 2024.
A record of scholarly achievement or strong potential as a scholar in mixed methods and/or critical quantitative methods.
Research agenda focusing on social justice and educational equity.
A strong record of scholarly achievement and extramurally funded research commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at the University of Utah
Evidence of a strong record of teaching up to the doctoral level commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at the University of Utah
Demonstrated leadership abilities commensurate with the rank of Associate Professor at the University of Utah

Nice To Haves

Record or strong potential for research productivity via peer-reviewed scholarship.
Record or strong potential for high-quality teaching.
Ability to pursue and sustain externally funded research programs.
Experience mentoring or working with diverse historically minoritized and/or first-generation college students.

Responsibilities

Maintain an active research agenda in area of expertise.
Publish scholarly works in high quality outlets.
Seek and secure external grant funding to support research and further interdisciplinary initiatives
Develop, tailor, and teach four courses per academic year, including undergraduate and graduate courses and seminars on research methodologies and core ECS courses in areas of expertise.
Mentor and advise doctoral, master’s, and undergraduate students
Serve on graduate exam and dissertation committees
Collaborate and engage in service to the department, college, state, and national professional organizations, school districts, and local communities.

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