Application should be sent to:
Dr. Elizabeth Jones
Chair of Higher Education Search Committee
Department of Educational Leadership Studies
West Virginia University
P.O. BOX 6122
Morgantown, WV 26506
Required Documents:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Writing Sample (2)
- Contact information for References (5)
Application Deadline:
Job Announcement:
Position: Assistant or Associate Professor in Higher Education
Salary: Unspecified
Institution: West Virginia University
Location: West Virginia
Date posted: 10/8/2007Learn more about this institution in The Chronicle's Employer Profiles section.
Higher Education Leadership: The Department of Educational Leadership Studies in the College of Human Resources and Education at West Virginia University invites nominations and applications for a tenure-track faculty position (assistant or associate professor) in higher education. We expect the successful candidate to provide intellectual leadership through teaching, advising, and research to our existing master's and doctoral programs. In addition, the successful candidate will provide service to relevant national professional organizations, the College, and the University. Visit http://www.hre.wvu.edu/faculty_staff/positions.htm for complete position description. Required Qualifications: Candidates must have an earned doctorate in higher education or closely related field. Consideration can be extended to candidates who are enrolled in a doctoral program with the understanding that completion of the doctorate by the time of the appointment, August 16, 2008, will be a condition of hiring. Applicants should have a record of research and publication in refereed journals or substantial evidence of potential for success as a scholar in key areas of higher education and should have experience as an administrator. Desirable Qualifications: Candidates with graduate teaching experiences in academic administration, governance in higher education, assessment, and higher education administration are desired. Candidates should demonstrate a record of presentations at local, regional, and national higher education conferences; participation in grant and contract development; and experience and success in teaching via distance education or other innovative technologies. To receive the fullest consideration, nominations, applications, and supporting materials should be received by Thursday, November 16, 2007, although the position will remain open until filled. Candidates should submit a letter expressing their interest and qualifications, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of five references, and reprints of two publications or relevant manuscripts to: Dr. Elizabeth Jones, Chair of Higher Education Search Committee, Department of Educational Leadership Studies, West Virginia University, P.O. Box 6122, Morgantown, West Virginia 26506-6122. Inquiries can be directed to Dr. Elizabeth Jones at ude.uvw.liam|senoJ.htebazilE#ude.uvw.liam|senoJ.htebazilE West Virginia University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that accommodates the needs of individuals with disabilities. Women, individuals with a disability, and individuals of minority backgrounds are encouraged to apply. WVU offers a Dual Career Program to assist the spouse or partner of newly hired benefits eligible faculty members with their job search needs.
