Job Description:

Morsani Endowed Chair in Science Education

School of Teaching, Learning and Educational Sciences

 

August 2024

 

POSITION:
The Science and Mathematics Education program, housed in the School of Teaching, Learning, and Educational Sciences (STLES) in the College of Education and Human Sciences at Oklahoma State University, is seeking a leading thinker and outstanding education professional. Candidates at the rank of associate or full are welcome, with exceptional candidates at the rank of full professor eligible for the Morsani Endowed Chair in Science Education. We seek candidates with strong external funding trajectories and experiences, who will serve as a research mentor for our vibrant Science and Mathematics Education program.

 

The Science and Mathematics Education (SMED) program prepares students to be leaders in both formal and informal education settings. The science education faculty participates in partnerships with schools in Oklahoma and participates in research grants and collaborations through the Center for Research on STEM Teaching and Learning (CRSTL), which offers a unique platform for research opportunities. Science Education faculty teach undergraduate science education courses within the elementary education and OSUTeach (secondary) programs. In addition to offering undergraduate coursework both on-campus and online programs, the program offers graduate courses in support of Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. This faculty member will join a group of science and mathematics education faculty who are active as researchers, instructors, and grant writers, and who are significantly involved in a variety of national organizations.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:
The new faculty should demonstrate an interest in the university's land grant mission, and a desire to make a positive impact on the community through service, extension, and outreach efforts.  In particular, the new faculty should become a leader in STLES, CEHS, community, state, and beyond as related to special education. The faculty should build positive relationships with the K-12 school community as well as be an active participant in state/regional/national/international Science Education research organizations.

• Responsibilities for this faculty position include:
Teaching undergraduate and graduate courses;  Engaging in scholarly activities leading to grants, presentations, and publications related to the position;  Recruiting and mentoring junior faculty and graduate students; and  Participating in committee service to the department, college, university, and community.

The successful candidate will appreciate the University's land grant mission and embrace the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of people in Oklahoma, the nation, and the world through high-quality and integrated teaching. Strong commitment to collaboration and collegiality are highly valued. Special Education faculty members work with others within the program, school, college, and community to enhance and expand existing strengths and increase the positive impact of the program on education in the state of Oklahoma, the region, and the nation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         An earned doctorate with an emphasis in Science Education, or related area;·         An established and sustained research agenda;·         History of external funding success;·         National visibility in Science Education;·         Evidence of consistently high quality teaching;·         Evidence of collegiality and collaboration at both the higher education levels and with public school communities; and·         Commitment to educational and social equity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

·         Minimum of three years of successful full-time K-12 classroom teaching experience in U.S. public schools;·         Experience teaching and working with preservice teachers and in-service science education teachers;·         Strong technology integration skills; and·         Experience in teaching and learning in online learning environments.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Benefits include comprehensive medical and retirement plans. Information on benefits can be found at https://hr.okstate.edu/benefits/index.html

 

GENERAL INFORMATION:

About the School: As an academic unit of the College of Education and Human Sciences at Oklahoma State University, the School of Teaching, Learning & Educational Sciences (STLES) has a diverse and dynamic mission with 48 faculty and 6 staff members across two campuses, Stillwater and Tulsa. The school prepares educators who lead in the global community and advocate for high-quality education for all. Students experience rural, suburban and urban educational settings and a low student-to-faculty ratio. Our graduates make transformative impacts on schools, people and communities, helping children and youth succeed academically, socially, behaviorally and emotionally. Our faculty, staff, students, and graduates are dedicated professionals with a passion.

·    Centers: Center for Research on STEM Teaching and Learning (CRSTL), the OSU Writing Project, the Randall and Carol White Reading and Mathematics Center, and the School Psychology Clinic.·    Academic Programs: STLES offers undergraduate, graduate degrees, and certificates within the main umbrella disciplines of elementary education, secondary education (English, Math, Science, Social Studies, Foreign Language, and Art), special education, school psychology, and curriculum studies; approximately 500 undergraduate and 115 graduate students were enrolled in Fall 2021. Our programs produce leaders for industry, academic, and public school education positions through undergraduate and graduate programs, internships, and experiential learning activities.·    Research: The school's expert faculty conduct internationally- and nationally-recognized research focused on content and field-specific teacher education, curriculum development, English learners, special education, school psychology, behavior and intervention, and working with educators, K-20 students, and schools.·    Instruction: The school's expert faculty provide high-quality instruction to promote student success. Our undergraduate programs offer service learning, internship and practicum opportunities.
About the University: Oklahoma State University, an R1 comprehensive land-grant institution (ranked 114th by NSF in Fall 2017) committed to strengthening its diversity, equity and inclusion. Enrollment at OSU-Stillwater is approximately 23,000 students; the College of Education and Human Sciences includes 7 academic units, 172 faculty, and nearly 200 full-time staff.  Additional information regarding the College of Education and Human Sciences may be found at http://education.okstate.edu/. Oklahoma State University is committed to excellence in diversity and inclusion. We strive to maintain a welcoming and inclusive environment that appreciates and values all members of the University community. We define diversity as engagement in meaningful actions, behaviors, and conversations that reflect a commitment to recognizing, understanding, and respecting the differences among students, faculty, staff, and visitors throughout the OSU system. We do not condone acts, behavior, language, or symbols that represent or reflect intolerance or discrimination. OSU is dedicated to cultivating and enriching the competitive advantages that diversity and inclusion provides all members of the University community. We identify diversity as a quality of life issue, as well as an important economic driver for the prosperity and well-being of the state, nation, and world.

About the Community: The University is located in Stillwater, Oklahoma, which is a micropolitan community of approximately 49,000 people with high-quality amenities and a comparably low cost of living. Oklahoma City and Tulsa are within a 1-hour drive, and cities such as Fayetteville, AR, Joplin, MO, and Wichita, KS are within a comfortable 2-3-hour drive time of Stillwater. In addition to excellent healthcare, education (public and private primary and secondary schools), and recreational services, the community affords a rich variety of cultural activities typical of a major university environment, including museums, music, art, and theater.

APPLICATION INFORMATION: The process of reviewing applications will begin December 1, 2023, and will continue until the position is filled (contingent upon available funding). 

 

Search Chair: Stephanie Hathcock, Search and Screening Committee Chair can be reached at stephanie.hathcock@okstate.edu to answer any applicant questions.

To apply, please visit
http://jobs.okstate.edu and submit the following: a letter of application, curriculum vita, and the names and complete contact information (phone, email, physical mailing address) of three professional references. For assistance with your required materials, you may contact Lisa Baker, STLES Administrative Assistant, at lkbaker@okstate.edu. 

 

Oklahoma State University (OSU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, OSU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

Oklahoma State University, as an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Oklahoma State University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all individuals and does not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or veteran status with regard to employment, educational programs and activities, and/or admissions. For more information, visit eeo.okstate.edu.

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