Assistant / Associate Professor of Education

Eastern University's College of Education; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastern University’s College of Education invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor focused on leadership. Teaching online, hybrid, and on-ground courses; supervising EdD dissertations; and contributing to program leadership are core duties.

A commitment to faith, reason, and justice guides this role. The candidate will lead graduate courses in leadership, supervise dissertations, and may serve as Academic Program Director or Department Chair, depending on

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Education or closely related field (Ed.D./Ph.D.).
• Record of successful teaching at undergrad/grad levels.
• Experience with online course design and asynchronous teaching.
• Strong scholarship record: publications and conference activity.
• Ability to chair/advise doctoral dissertations.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate, masters, and doctoral courses online and on-ground.
• Chair and supervise EdD dissertations and provide mentorship.
• Lead program development and curricular updates within CEBS.
• Engage in scholarship and external funding opportunities.

Skills

Educational leadership

Dissertation supervision

Online instruction

Curriculum development

Scholarly publishing

Academic program leadership

IRB approvals

Student advising

Education

EdD or PhD in Education

Tools

Brightspace

Job description

The College of Education & Behavioral Sciences (CEBS) seeks a dynamic academic leader, scholar, and practitioner for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor. This position combines academic instruction, doctoral dissertation supervision, administrative leadership, and an active scholarship agenda. We are particularly interested in leadership experts qualified and excited to teach within our online Principal Certification and Doctor of Education (EdD) programs, serve as chair for a substantial number of EdD dissertations, and potentially serve as an Academic Program Director or Department Chair (overseeing multiple academic programs). The standard faculty workload is 24 instructional credits per academic year with Alternate Work Assignments (AWAs)/Course Releases assigned annually as appropriate for duties such as program leadership, curriculum development, and rigorous scholarship agendas. The successful candidate will embody Eastern University’s mission of faith, reason, and justice, treating each member of the campus community with fairness, dignity, and respect to foster a spirit of unity, harmony, and excellence.

1. Teaching & Advising

• Teach undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral courses in online, hybrid/flex, and on-ground modalities aligned with professional expertise. As noted above, it is expected that this position will be particularly focused on graduate courses related to leadership.
• Serve as dissertation chair, advisor, and/or committee member for a substantial roster of EdD candidates, actively guiding students through research design, IRB approvals, proposal defense, data collection and analysis, and final defense.
• Provide comprehensive academic and career advising to undergraduate and/or graduate education students, tracking degree progress and certification milestones.
• Employ evidence-based, engaging pedagogical strategies and demonstrate proficiency in educational technology and learning management systems (e.g., Brightspace).

2. Scholarship

• Maintain an active, focused program of scholarly research, publication, and professional dissemination commensurate with the University’s tenure and promotion standards.
• Publish peer-reviewed articles, books, chapters, or policy briefs in recognized educational journals and academic presses.
• Present peer-reviewed research at regional, national, and international academic conferences (e.g., PACTE, AERA, ASCD).
• Pursue internal and external grant opportunities that support educational research, program enhancement, or community partnerships.
• Involve graduate and doctoral students in collaborative research and presentation opportunities where appropriate.

3. Leadership & Service

• Likely to serve as an Academic Program Director or Department Chair, supported by appropriate course-releases/Alternate Work Assignments (AWAs).
• Oversee curriculum updates, course scheduling, student recruitment (open houses, preview days), and adjunct faculty onboarding, evaluation, and mentoring.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to address student success/retention, academic concerns, and program-level assessment.
• As outlined in the Faculty Handbook, provide service to the College and University, including but not limited to Faculty Senate or a Senate Committee.
• Assist with state and national reporting and accreditation reviews (e.g., Pennsylvania Department of Education [PDE], NAEYC, and other external bodies).
• Undertake other administrative projects, committee assignments, and operational duties as assigned by the Dean of CEBS.

4. Institutional Mission & University Life

• Model and advance Eastern University’s Christian commitment to faith, reason, and justice in academic operations, interpersonal relationships, and student engagement.
• Represent CEBS at internal and external events and meetings as designated by the Chair or Dean.
• Participate actively in the campus community, including faculty meetings, convocation, student orientations, and university commencement exercises.

A. Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate (Ed.D. or Ph.D.) in Education, Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related discipline (candidates who are ABD with completion guaranteed by start date may be considered).
• Demonstrated record of successful teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Familiarity with online course design, asynchronous online teaching, and doctoral-level mentoring.
• Established record of, or strong demonstrated potential for, peer-reviewed scholarship, professional publications, and conference presentations suitable for a tenure-track appointment.
• Demonstrated ability or willingness to chair and advise applied doctoral dissertations.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, collaborative, and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to the university’s mission, values, and community standards.

B. Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated record of successful educational leadership experience, with PK–12 administrative leadership (e.g., Principal, Assistant Principal, Superintendent, Central Office Director, or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Eligibility for, or possession of, PK–12 Administrative Certification (e.g., PA Principal Certification or state equivalent).
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) standards and certification processes.
• Demonstrated experience with academic program coordination or curricular oversight.
• Direct experience writing, reviewing, or managing certification compliance with state departments of education (specifically PDE) and national accreditors.