Assistant Professor

The University of Southern Mississippi•Hattiesburg, MS

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Center for STEM Education in the College of Arts and Sciences at The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a tenure-track assistant or associate professor. The position is based at the University's main campus in Hattiesburg. The Center offers M.S. and Ph.D. degrees in STEM Education. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States full time without visa sponsorship; the University will not sponsor work visas. The position is not grant funded.

Requirements

Ph.D. in STEM Education, Science Education, Mathematics Education, Engineering Education, or a closely related field; ABD applicants will be considered.
Demonstrate potential to establish a high-quality research program, collaborate effectively with others, and excel in teaching.
Experience with online course delivery and instruction using the Canvas Learning Management System.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Evidence of the ability to publish high-quality peer-reviewed research and secure external funding.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in K–12 or higher education.
Experience in informal STEM learning settings.
Expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods and experience teaching methods courses.
Interest in recruiting and retaining graduate-level students for coursework and/or programs focused on STEM education.
Experience working on research teams and collecting data with human subjects.
An emphasis on building connections with diverse student populations and establishing relationships with K–12 schools and community partners.