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Open Rank Faculty Position in Technology & Learning

Employer
University of Maryland at College Park
Location
College Park, Maryland
Salary
Commensurate with Experience
Posted Date
Aug 21, 2023

DEPARTMENT OF TEACHING AND LEARNING, POLICY AND LEADERSHIP

Open Rank Faculty Position in Technology & Learning

The Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL) in the College of Education at the University of Maryland, College Park invites applications for a tenure-track position in Technology & Learning at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Exceptional candidates at the rank of Full Professor will be considered for a Clark Leadership Endowed Chair.

Located in the Washington, DC-Baltimore corridor, the University of Maryland, College Park is the flagship research university committed to rigorous research, quality teaching, and informed public service. TLPL pursues the creation of educational opportunities that enable all individuals to realize their full potential as citizens in a pluralistic society. We seek candidates who are committed to an inclusive campus environment that is positive and affirming of the race, ethnicity, gender, language, sexual orientation, religion, health, and cultural experiences of all students.

The Department is deeply committed to equity and excellence, embraces a broad range of theoretical and methodological orientations, values collaborative research, and encourages faculty to work across disciplinary and institutional boundaries. The ideal candidate for this position may have expertise in any number of content areas/disciplines (e.g., art, science, gender studies, literacy, policy, teacher education) in addition to technology. Applicants from all disciplinary topics are encouraged to apply and are encouraged to share their experiences in working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and their contributions to a climate of equity and inclusivity.

Applicants should have earned a doctorate and have expertise and research interests on the role and potential of technology in education. The successful candidate (a) has a vision or record of research at the intersection of technology and education that complements the department; (b) has published (or has demonstrated potential to publish) in leading refereed journals, conferences, and respected professional outlets; (c) can develop collaborative relationships with diverse colleagues in the university and with school systems, state agencies, research institutes, and policy networks; (d) has a record or vision for securing external funding; (e) is strongly committed to the diversity mission and equity goals of the TLPL Department; (f) has a record of institutional and national service; and (g) can contribute to the preparation of scholars, teachers, and educational leaders. Expectations will be commensurate with the level being sought (Assistant, Associate, Full).

All applications will be processed through the University of Maryland eTerp2 system. For best consideration, applications are due by October 10, 2023, but will be accepted until the position is filled. Candidates will upload to https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings (1) A detailed cover letter describing how you meet the criteria listed above, including academic background, research agenda, prior teaching experience, and service/outreach, (2) Curriculum vitae, (3) A one-page statement that describes your experiences with and commitments to equity in your research, teaching, and service/outreach, (4) Two examples of your scholarship, (5) Names and contact information for three references to be entered in the online application. For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Chair, David Weintrop (weintrop@umd.edu). For questions about the application process, please contact Kay Moon (kmoon@umd.edu).

The University of Maryland, College Park, actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry, or national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.

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