Position Title

Assistant Lecturer/Assistant Teaching Professor of Educational Studies

About this Opportunity

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• Affordable Healthcare
• Retirement
• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development

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Appointment Type

Non-Tenure-track/Contract

Length of Appointment

FT Academic Year

Description

As an Assistant Teaching Professor, and a full-time faculty member of Educational Studies in Adult and Community Education, the successful candidate will teach online doctoral- and masters-level courses including shared courses in both doctoral programs. The faculty member will direct the online master’s degree programs in Adult and Community Education and Executive Development for Public Service, along with their related certificate programs. They will be involved in course scheduling and serve on doctoral committees. The faculty member will work effectively with diverse populations of students, colleagues, and members of the community. The faculty must be available for on-campus instruction, advising, and professional service. This position starts effective the first day of fall semester 2023.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Earned doctorate or evidence that a doctorate will be conferred by the date of employment in adult education, community education, or a closely related field.
2. Relevant and successful teaching experience or potential to teach adult education courses designed to serve multiple graduate programs.
3. Qualifications align with graduate faculty status within the department and university.
4. Ability to teach and conduct academic duties in an online environment.
5. Knowledge and experience in working with diverse student populations.

Authorization to work in the US

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Earned doctoral degree in adult education, community education, or a closely related field.
2. Evidence of openness and expertise in leadership and/or collaborative engagement with peers and colleagues.
3. A commitment to strengthening and supporting growth in our programs.
4. Experience teaching using online and distance-learning course delivery methods.
5. Experience advising graduate students, chairing, or serving on doctoral committees.
6. Experience working with community organizations, community education, and/or governmental organizations.
7. Experience with community engagement or service-learning activities.
8. Evidence of scholarly activities (i.e., publications, research, and grants) related to adult and community education.
9. Experience working with multicultural, international, and diverse learners.

Required Certifications/Licensures

Pre-Employment Screening

Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) Supervised

None

EEO Statement

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Department

Educational Studies:800080

College/Department Information

Department Email or Phone Number

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Posting Number

202301037F

Number of Vacancies

1

Desired Start Date

08/18/2023

Position End Date

Posting Date

01/25/2023

Applications Accepted Through Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)

02/28/2023

Information regarding transcripts

The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information

Dr. Michelle Glowacki – Dudka
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(765) 285 – 5460