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The Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation in the College of Education at the University of Kentucky invites applications for an open rank, tenure-eligible, regular title series faculty position with a specific focus on Quantitative Research Methods and Education Policy. We are specifically seeking individuals at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor who meet the criteria for receiving tenure based on the department's standards of evidence. The position is also open to individuals at the advanced Assistant Professor (tenure-eligible). You are eligible for a generous benefits package as a University of Kentucky faculty member with diverse rewards, focusing on your total well- being. Additional information and updates to benefits can be found at: https://www.uky.edu/hr/benefits

RESPONSIBILITIES: The faculty member will teach graduate-level courses in quantitative research methods, which includes, but is not limited to introduction to statistics and data analysis, regression analysis, quasi-experimental methods, longitudinal analyses, and psychometric methods. Preference will be given to applicants who have the ability to teach graduate level quantitative methods courses online (asynchronous or synchronous) that span from the introductory to advanced levels and also have a topical policy area of interest in which they can offer a course (e.g., social policy issues, economics of education, etc.). The faculty member is expected to maintain an active research program resulting in scholarly publications and actively participate in the application and implementation of extramural funding. The faculty member will also participate in the advising and committee work for masters and doctoral students in the department and engage in department and college service activities.

Application review begins November 1, 2023, and continues until the position is filled. Applications should include:

(1) a letter of application describing their appropriateness for the position

including their research, teaching, statistical training, and mentoring

experience (upload under Cover Letter);

(2) candidate statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion (upload under

Specific Request 1);

(3) current curriculum vita (upload under Curriculum Vita);

(4) two representative publications (upload under Specific Request 2),

(5) a list of three professional references who will be contacted for letters

of recommendation (upload under Specific Request 3).

The Department of Educational Policy Studies and Evaluation is an interdisciplinary department with expansive methodological and topical expertise studying issues of education policy spanning from pre-school through graduate school. The department is home to two masters programs (Educational Research Methods and Policy Studies and Higher Education), a doctoral program (Studies in Higher Education), and two strands in the College of Education's interdisciplinary doctoral program in Education Sciences (Educational Evaluation and Policy and Philosophical and Cultural Inquiry). The department also houses certificate programs in Research Methods in Education, International and Comparative Education, and a Senior Diversity Officer certificate. The faculty of the department anchors in research methods and strong disciplinary expertise in education, history, law, philosophy, and sociology.

With this expansive orientation to educational policy studies and evaluation, we are strongly committed, along with the University of Kentucky, to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our community of students and faculty. We encourage submission of applications for this position from scholars studying historically excluded groups, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender identity and expressions, ideas and perspectives, religious and cultural beliefs, sexual orientation, national origin, age, ability, first generation college participation, and socioeconomic status. Individuals possessing these and other diverse backgrounds are also actively encouraged to apply.

Preference given to education policy with extensive training and experience in

quantitative research methods or in quantitative research methods in

education with a topical area of focus on educational policy.

Candidates must have completed a doctoral degree in a field closely related to

the position description, such as education policy with extensive training and

experience in quantitative research methods or in quantitative research

methods in education with a topical area of focus on educational policy.

Preference will be given to candidates who have evidence of excellence in

teaching, online teaching experience, a strong record of peer-reviewed research

and extramural funding, and experience with graduate-level supervision.

None

Ph.D. Higher Education; Experience advising and chairing graduate student committees; Graduate level teaching experience in face-to-face and online settings; Evidence of Scholarly Productivity; Evidence of securing external funding

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.