Assistant/Associate Professor of Elementary Science Education

Georgia State University; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia State University in Atlanta seeks a full-time tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor of Elementary Science Education (PreK-5) to lead research in science pedagogy. The faculty member will balance research, scholarship, teaching, and service, including mentoring students and supervising field experiences.

The role requires a doctorate by Aug 1, 2027 and may involve teaching at local partner schools. Strong emphasis on addressing educational disparities and inclusive excellence.

Qualifications

• Earned or anticipated doctorate in science education or closely related field by August 1, 2027.
• Three years of professional experience with K12 students.
• Experience teaching science education courses in a university setting is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a productive research agenda, including publications and external funding.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses related to science education for elementary students.
• Mentor graduate students and supervise field experiences; contribute to service.

Skills

Standards-based P-5 science pedagogy

K-12 teaching experience

Education

Earned doctorate in science education or closely related field by Aug 1, 2027

Job description

Position Information

Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad.

A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels.

With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation's most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University's rapid research growth.

Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship.

General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook https://faculty.gsu.edu/faculty-handbook/ and the Office of Faculty Affairs website https://faculty.gsu.edu/. All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to: (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State's in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities - in-person, online, or blended/hybrid - as determined by their Department Chair or Dean.

The Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education (ECEE) is in the College of Education and Human Development at Georgia State University. ECEE is a vibrant, multi-focused, and interdisciplinary department with 25 world-class faculty of multiple scholarly disciplines. ECEE prepares early childhood and elementary education teachers, scholars, and community and school leaders with seven degree programs, four endorsements, and several research and training programs. We provide learning opportunities for educators in and out of the classroom, ensuring that cutting-edge research, the latest technologies, and innovative teaching inform our programs. Our faculty is dedicated to serving children and families from all backgrounds and abilities.

The Department of Early Childhood and Elementary Education at Georgia State University seeks a full-time, tenure-track assistant or associate professor of elementary education (grades PreK-5) with expertise in science education. Georgia State University is an innovative urban public Research 1 with considerable emphasis on recruiting productive scholars.

The faculty member is expected to maintain a balanced research, scholarship, teaching, and service portfolio. Primary scholarly responsibilities include maintaining a productive research agenda, including publications of research and scholarly work, seeking external funding for research and/or training, participating in professional organizations, and disseminating research at conferences. Teaching responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to the science education of elementary students and others based on expertise. Some teaching could be conducted at local partner school sites. Additional responsibilities include mentoring graduate students, supervising students' field experiences, serving on departmental, college, and university committees, and service to the professional community. A range of research methodological expertise is valued. We seek applicants committed to addressing educational disparities, supporting community needs, and ensuring academic success for all students from all backgrounds.

Earned or anticipate earned doctorate in science education or closely related field by August 1, 2027.

A criminal background check and terminal degree verification is required.

Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend and/or other campus locations).

Hyunju "Ju" Lim, [e-mail].

Yolanda Deida, [e-mail].

Posting Number	F00590P
Classification Title	Open Rank Tenure-Track Faculty
Position Title	Assistant/Associate Professor of Elementary Science Education
GSU Information
Department	Early Childhood & Elem Educat
College	College of Education & Human Development
Campus	Atlanta
Position Type	Full Time Faculty
Posting Type	Internal/External
About the Department
Position Description
Required Experience
Required Education
Preferred Qualifications/Experience	* Expertise in standards-based P-5 science pedagogy and content * Scholarly focus on early childhood and elementary science education * Scholarly focus on STEAM/STEM education and curricular integration * Three years of professional experience with K12 students * Strong evidence of developing a research agenda and potential for attracting externally funded research and scholarly activities * Experience teaching science education courses in a university setting is beneficial * Demonstrated research through publications and presentations are preferred. In addition, for candidates to be considered/hired at the rank of Associate Professor, experience includes: At least 3 years of experience in P12 teaching, and at least 7 years of prior experience in an academic position with a strong record of research productivity, including publications in top-tier journals and successful external funding.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc
Pre-Employment Requirements
Work Hours
Salary	TBD
Search Chair Contact info
Departmental contact for assistance

Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

At the point in which an applicant is invited for an on-campus interview, letters of reference will be requested.

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status.

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/01/2027
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	10/12/2026
Review of Applications Begins	12/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions Summary
Apply at:	https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/7432
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement
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