Pro Tem Lecturer (Education Studies/Methodology, Policy, and Leadership) - Open Pool

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About The Position

The University of Oregon’s Education Studies Department (EDST) in the College of Education seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic vacancies for temporary teaching appointments in the areas of educational methodology, educational policy, and leadership. Positions are limited-duration appointments potentially renewable for up to a total of three years. Appointments may range from one to three terms per year, including summer. Some courses meet during evenings or weekends or are delivered to distant sites via video conferencing. Some courses are offered exclusively online; in these cases, instructors should make themselves available for student contact via email, Zoom office hours, or phone in lieu of in-person office hours. Travel within Oregon and to West Coast states may be required for some courses. All faculty are expected to contribute to the equity and inclusion goals of the college and to incorporate the best inclusive practices indicated in their field of expertise. Addressing issues such as inequities and racial injustice is a thread that runs through our majors and programs while focusing on critical and effective pedagogies. We are committed to enhancing the culture of the College of Education (COE) by continuing to increase the diversity of our people, programs, and curricula. The College of Education welcomes a broad spectrum of candidates and particularly invites applications from women, ethnic and racial minorities, and other individuals who are underrepresented in the profession. Additionally, candidates who have worked with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students and who can contribute to our mission of inclusivity are encouraged to identify their experiences and interests. In deciding whether to apply for a position at the COE, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the COE's Mission, Purpose, and Vision to help determine their potential success: https://education.uoregon.edu/about-us.

Requirements

• Doctoral or terminal degree in a relevant field (e.g. education, research methodology, law, etc.).
• Relevant expertise and experience by course content. In certain circumstances, a master's degree in a relevant field with substantial related experience may substitute for a doctorate.
• Ability to contribute positively to our diverse community and to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent communication skills that will enhance community relations and support graduate student training.
• Ability to teach a broad array of applied leadership courses on topics such as research methodology, policy, leadership, and writing.

Nice To Haves

• All courses: Previous successful experience with the course(s) and relevant experience in university-level instruction.
• Research Methodology courses: Experience either in previous teaching of research courses or direct experience in conducting educational studies in K-16 settings.
• Expertise in at least one of these areas: (a) designing research studies, (b) measuring development and scaling, (c) data structuring and management, (d) statistical analyses (both parametric and non-parametric), and (e) writing summaries of results for technical reports and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Policy courses: Experience in the development and/or interpretation of policies in educational/institutional settings at the federal, state, or local levels.
• Expertise in at least one of these areas: (a) writing policies, (b) writing policy briefs, (c) reviewing constituencies for analysis of risk and consequence, (d) understanding of legislation (both laws and regulations) and legal implications to guide decision making, and/or (e) awareness of current educational issues surrounding policy adoption and review.
• Writing courses: Experience either in previous teaching of writing courses or direct experience in writing empirical articles for publication.
• Expertise in at least one of the following areas: (a) synthesizing empirical literature, (b) writing articles for publication in peer-reviewed journals, and (c) APA expectations for writing and style.

Benefits

• The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
• For more information about benefits, visit our website

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees