Associate or Full Professor of Higher Education with Tenure

University of Michigan-Ann Arbor•Ann Arbor, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Marsal Family School of Education at the University of Michigan seeks a tenure-track colleague for its graduate programs in Higher Education within the Center for the Study of Higher and Postsecondary Education (CSHPE). The ideal candidate will be a policy scholar committed to advancing equity, justice, and excellence in higher education through research. Research should focus on one or more of the following areas: state or federal policy; postsecondary access and/or enrollment; and/or postsecondary outcomes. The successful candidate will build on their expertise to play a significant role in higher education scholarship, possess strong quantitative and/or mixed methods training, be able to teach courses in areas of need, and aim to influence institutional, national, and/or international policies to improve higher education. A collaborative approach and a passion for contributing to society through education are essential. The role involves upholding high standards in research, teaching, and service, and working with CSHPE colleagues to address contemporary challenges in higher education.

Requirements

A doctorate in higher education, education, public policy, or a related social science field
An established program of research and publication in one of the desired specialization areas (state or federal policy; postsecondary access and/or enrollment; and/or postsecondary outcomes)
Strong methodological training in quantitative and/or mixed methods
Experience teaching at the master’s and/or doctoral levels
A track record of developing and securing grants to support research
Experience advising and mentoring graduate students in the field of higher education
Commitment to the Marsal School of Education’s mission, vision, and values

Nice To Haves

Eligibility for appointment at the rank of associate or full professor (with tenure)
Nationally recognized scholar with a strong record of empirical policy studies and grants in higher education
Demonstrated teaching ability
Prior administrative or public policy experience in higher education
Evidence of public impact
Experience mentoring students of diverse backgrounds

Responsibilities

Pursue an active research agenda
Teach graduate courses
Advise master’s and doctoral students
Direct doctoral dissertations
Serve as an active member of the Marsal School, the University, and higher education professional communities
Contribute to the full life of the program and the Marsal Family School (e.g., committee work, professional development, and future leadership)