Pro Tem Lecturer & Instructional Assistant in Research Methodology - Open Pool

UO HR Website•Eugene, OR

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About The Position

The University of Oregon’s College of Education seeks to create a pool of qualified candidates to fill periodic instructional vacancies in the EDUC prefix research methodology and statistics course sequence. The EDUC department anticipates hiring lecturers and instructional assistants for graduate-level courses in the following content areas: (a) introductory research methods in education and the social sciences, (b) quantitative research methods, statistics, and advanced statistics for educational and social science research, and (c) qualitative research methods. Lecturers who serve as the Instructor of Record are contracted for approximately 156 hours a term (averages 12 hours a week) per course. Instructional Assistants are assigned to courses with large enrollment and will provide instructional support to the instructor of record. Instructional Assistants are contracted for approximately 52 hours for the term, per course, or an average of 4 hours a week in the term. Duties of Lecturers (instructor of record) and Instructional Assistants may include course preparation, classroom teaching, preparation and evaluation of student assignments and exams, and scheduled office hours. Some courses meet during evenings 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, online video conferencing, or phone in lieu of office hours. Appointments may range from one to three terms per year. 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 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 degree in educational or social science research methods or in a related field with an emphasis on research methodology
Professional experience in one or more of the content areas listed above
Documented expertise in the teaching or supervision of students in one or more of the content areas listed above
Demonstrated potential 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 research methodology courses on topics such as research methods in education and the social sciences, statistics, and advanced statistical methods

Nice To Haves

Previous successful experience with the course(s) and relevant experience in university-level instruction
Experience teaching with R statistical software