Assistant/Associate Professor – Education Leadership

Texas A; Texarkana (TX); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University–Texarkana invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Educational Leadership to serve as core faculty in the EdD in Educational Leadership. This position emphasizes doctoral teaching, mentorship, and applied research within a Doctorate of Practice model delivered fully online with required synchronous engagement in designated evenings.

The standard teaching load is 3/3.

Qualifications

• Earned PhD or EdD in Educational Leadership or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of peer‑reviewed scholarly publications.
• Potential for active research agenda in educational leadership or related areas.
• Demonstrated strong evidence of teaching potential.

Responsibilities

• Teach doctoral-level courses in Educational Leadership in a fully online EdD program with designated evenings.
• Design and deliver instruction integrating applied research and evidence-based leadership practices.
• Serve on doctoral dissertation committees and chair Dissertation of Practice projects.
• Mentor doctoral students in applying research addressing problems of practice.
• Maintain an active research agenda with peer‑reviewed publications aligned with tenure expectations.
• Present scholarly work at regional, national, or international conferences.
• Pursue external funding and grants; contribute to program assessment and continuous improvement.
• Support doctoral student recruitment, retention, and completion initiatives; engage in accreditation activities.

Skills

Teaching potential

Research agenda

Professional leadership experience

Communication skills

Education

PhD or EdD in Educational Leadership

Accredited institution

Job description

Job TitleAssistant/Associate Professor – Education LeadershipAgencyTexas A&M University - TexarkanaDepartmentCASE- Education (EdD, Curriculum, and Instruction)Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurateJob LocationTexarkana, TexasJob TypeFacultyJob DescriptionTexas A&M University–Texarkana invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor of Educational Leadership. The successful candidate will serve as core faculty in the Doctor of Education (EdD) in Educational Leadership.This position supports doctoral teaching, mentorship, and applied research within a Doctorate of Practice model. The EdD emphasizes systematic inquiry, evidence-based leadership, and organizational improvement across various educational contexts. The program is delivered fully online and includes required synchronous engagement on designated evenings.The standard teaching load is 3/3. Faculty are expected to maintain an active research agenda with peer-reviewed scholarship consistent with tenure and promotion guidelines and aligned with the university’s research priorities. The position includes doctoral mentorship, service to the division and university, and participation in continuous program development.Although remote work is authorized for this position, applicants must be able to periodically attend meetings and other initiatives on campus with prior notice.Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:Teach doctoral-level courses in Educational Leadership within a fully online EdD program, including required synchronous engagement on designated eveningsDesign and deliver instruction that integrates applied research, organizational improvement, and evidence-based leadership practicesServe on doctoral dissertation committees upon appointment; chair Dissertation of Practice projects following appropriate onboardingMentor doctoral students through the development, implementation, and dissemination of applied research addressing problems of practiceMaintain an active and productive research agenda resulting in peer-reviewed publications consistent with tenure and promotion expectationsPresent scholarly work at regional, national, or international professional conferencesPursue external funding and grant development opportunities, as appropriateContribute to program assessment, curriculum refinement, and continuous improvement efforts within the EdD programSupport doctoral student recruitment, retention, and completion initiativesEngage in service to the division, university, and profession, including participation in accreditation and institutional effectiveness activitiesComply with university policies and institutional standards for graduate educationKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:Minimum QualificationsAssistant Professor RankEarned PhD or EdD in Educational Leadership or a closely related field from an accredited institutionDemonstrated record of peer-reviewed scholarly publications appropriate to rankPotential for active research agenda in educational leadership or related areasDemonstrated strong evidence of teaching potentialProfessional experience in educational leadership, administration, or organizational leadership within educational contextsEligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position. Ability to attend meetings and participate in other initiatives on campus with prior noticeAssociate Professor RankMeet all the minimum requirements listed as Assistant Professor RankA minimum of 5 years of service at the rank of Assistant ProfessorEvidence of an active research agenda in educational leadership or related areasDemonstrated effectiveness in graduate-level teachingPreferred QualificationsExperience serving on or chairing doctoral dissertation committeesRecord of peer-reviewed publications in reputable journals and evidence of ongoing scholarly productivityExperience teaching graduate-level research methods courses and mentoring doctoral students through the design and implementation of applied research or Dissertation of Practice projectsEvidence of or potential for securing external funding and engaging in grant developmentExperience teaching in fully online graduate programsExperience contributing to program development, accreditation, or institutional effectiveness initiativesSUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL: This position generally does not supervise employees.OPEN UNTIL FILLED.To apply: Upload your cover letter, CV/resume, transcripts, and 3 professional reference's contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact [e-mail] positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.