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Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.
To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.
Statesboro Campus
1332 Southern Drive
Statesboro, GA 30458

Within this setting, the Department of Curriculum, Foundations, and Reading, one of four departments within the College of Education, includes 27 full-time faculty members in five areas: educational foundations, educational psychology, curriculum studies, literacy studies/reading education, and educational research. The Department offers undergraduate and graduate level courses and multiple graduate programs, including a master¿s degree and educational specialist¿s degree in reading education, and a doctoral degree in curriculum studies. The current curriculum studies faculty members provide comprehensive support for the college¿s undergraduate programs and the department¿s doctoral program, including the teaching, advising, and mentoring of doctoral candidates. The individual hired in this position is expected to contribute to the college¿s goal of continued excellence and innovation in teaching, scholarship, service, and outreach.

Reporting to the Department Chair of Curriculum, Foundations and Reading, the Assistant or Associate Professor of Curriculum Studies will teach undergraduate courses in the social foundations of education and graduate courses within the curriculum studies program. In addition to teaching, the position requires student advisement, maintaining an active, productive research agenda, and service responsibilities to the department, college, and university. The position is an academic year, 10-month, tenure-track appointment.

Earned doctorate in Curriculum Studies, or a closely related field, with at least 18 graduate semester hours in social foundations of education or curriculum studies by August 1, 2025.
Commitment to excellence in teaching;
Demonstrated record of or potential for developing scholarship;
K-12 teaching experience or university teaching experience;
Ability to work with diverse student populations;
Ability to contribute to a positive work environment in the department, college, and university;
Effective communication skills;
Demonstrated record of or potential for securing extramural funding for research and/or training;
Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.
Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor level is required for the rank of associate professor along with a strong record of research and service with publications and presentations in professional venues

Preferred Qualifications for Assistant Professor:
College/university full-time teaching experience;
Experience conducting research in schools, neighborhoods, and/or communities;
Technological literacy and a commitment to integrate technology into teaching;
Experience working with diverse student populations;
Expertise and scholarship that diversify the department.

Preferred Qualifications for Associate Professor:
College/university full-time teaching experience in curriculum studies, social foundations, or related fields;
Experience in chairing and serving on dissertation committees;
Experience engaging in curriculum inquiries or conducting research in schools, neighborhoods, and/or communities;
Technological literacy and a commitment to integrate technology into teaching;
Experience working with diverse student populations;
Expertise and scholarship that diversify the department.

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins January 3rd, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025.

Dr. Marla Morris, Search Chair
Georgia Southern University
Electronic mail: cfr@georgiasouthern.edu
Telephone: (912) 478-0672

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.


Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.
Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.
Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://www.georgiasouthern.edu/coe/cfr/. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

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