Endowed Distinguished Professor

Position Summary

The Department of Lifelong Education, Administration and Policy at the University of Georgia is pleased to announce an Endowed Professorship in Educational Administration at the rank of Full Professor beginning August 2023. We seek an individual with outstanding accomplishments in research in the field of Educational Administration.

The successful candidate will provide intellectual leadership in the Educational Administration and Policy program and beyond and will conduct high impact research related to educational administration. We seek a scholar who will maintain an ambitious research agenda, including developing proposals for external funding, overseeing project implementation, disseminating research through scholarly writing and presentations, mentoring graduate students, contributing to the preparation of K-12 leaders, and collaborating with faculty on research activities related to the mission of the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy. The candidate will also join us in our commitment to diversifying higher education and serving our diverse programmatic and student needs and interests. The candidate will hold tenure in the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy in the College of Education and contribute to the research, instructional, and service mission of this academic department. The appointment will be for the 2023-24 academic year and is contingent on the continued availability of funding.

The Department of Lifelong Education, Administration and Policy is comprised of three programs: Educational Administration and Policy, Learning Leadership and Organization Development, and Qualitative Research. The Educational Administration and Policy program offers a variety of degrees including PhD, EdD in Educational Leadership, MEd in Educational Administration and Policy, and tiered leadership certifications.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit all the following:

• A letter of application specifically responsive to the position’s responsibilities and required qualifications as described above
• Statement of research interests describing current projects and activities as well as future research plans and interests
• Curriculum vitae
• Three most significant publications (combined and uploaded as one .pdf document)
• Contact information for three references. References will not be contacted until the candidate is notified.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Juanita Johnson Bailey at jjb@uga.edu. Review of applications will begin April 5, 2023.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F1551P

Working Title

Endowed Distinguished Professor

Department

COE-Lifelong Ed, Admin&Policy

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

As the 4th largest public college of education in the country, the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFECOE ) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. Named for Mary Frances Early, UGA’s first African American graduate, in February 2020, the MFE COE has a long and distinguished history as a leader in diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our other strengths include a) partnerships with multiple units on campus, in the local community, and across the state of Georgia, b) faculty expertise manifested in well- regarded scholarship and applied practice, and c) recognition of our academic programs by external stakeholders.

Athens is known for its music, art, and food as well as its accessibility to the Atlanta area (see www.visitathensga.com and www.georgia.gov).

College/Unit/Department website

https://coe.uga.edu/directory/lifelong-education-administration-and-policy/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

None

Advertised Salary

Anticipated Start Date

08/01/2023

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

02/06/2023

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

Location of Vacancy

Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Professor

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Professor

Contract Type

Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status

Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

Earned doctorate in Educational Administration or a related field.

Additional Requirements

• An established program of research related to Educational Administration/Leadership.
• An established record of securing external funding for research.
• Eligibility for tenure and appointment at the rank of Full Professor in the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration and Policy.
• An outstanding record of teaching, clinical practice and/or research in the areas of Educational Administration/Leadership.
• An established record of leading collaborative research and development activities.
• A prominent national or international reputation in the field of Educational Administration/Leadership.

Please review the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration and Policy’s promotion and Tenure guidelines for more information on requirements for tenure and the rank of Professor. Any request for tenure must be approved before hiring.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

No

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

No

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

Is driving a responsibility of this position?

No

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

No

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Sample Publications
4. List of References with Contact Information
5. Research Portfolio/Philosophy

Optional Documents