Assistant Clinical Professor

umd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland, College Park is seeking full-time 12-month Assistant Clinical Professors to lead the FIRE research streams, focusing on undergraduate research experiences and mentorship. The role drives research-centered curriculum and collaborates with department-based faculty to grow the FIRE program.

Appointments begin August 2026 or January 2027, with potential annual renewals based on performance.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's degree required.
• Active research interests and goals.
• Leadership in research and experience on funded projects.
• Supervisory experience of undergraduate researchers.
• Proven record of presenting at conferences and publishing in peer-reviewed journals.
• At least one year teaching undergraduate students.
• At least one year of research team and project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement the group research agenda.
• Provide research-related curriculum, instruction, and personal mentorship.
• Collaborate with department-based faculty to implement the FIRE research stream.
• Lead as the instructor of research-related FIRE courses.
• Develop a research-centered curriculum that allows iteration and resilience.

Skills

Research leadership

Teaching undergrad

Project management

Communication

Mentorship

Curriculum development

Budget oversight

Collaboration

Education

Ph.D.

Master's degree

Job description

Job Description Summary

FIRE Assistant Clinical Professor

The Office of the Provost and Senior Vice President and the Office of Undergraduate Research seek full-time 12-month Assistant Clinical Professors to lead newly developed FIRE research streams designed around the research experience, passions, and goals of applicants.

We seek individuals from any of the following disciplines

Natural Sciences

Biochemistry, Biology, Cellular Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Environmental Science, Geology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Neuroscience, Virology, and all similar and related disciplines.

Social Science & Humanities

Psychology, Economics, Education, Geography, History, Political Science, Sociology, Communications, History, Music, Gender Studies, and all related disciplines.

Technology & Applied Sciences

Computer Science, Engineering, Information & Data Science, Geographical Information Systems, Physics, Astronomy, Atmospheric Sciences, Computational Chemistry & Biochemistry, Computational Biology & Bioinformatics, and all related disciplines.

Specific Opportunity to Continue Existing FIRE Stream: We seek an individual to lead the existing, highly successful FIRE Computing & Society research stream.

FIRE Faculty Leader Position Description

FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors design and implement the group research agenda and are responsible for all research-related curriculum, instruction, and broad student mentorship. The position empowers early-career faculty members to grow as research leaders, educators, mentors, and higher education professionals. FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors work in collaboration with department-based UMD faculty members to design and implement the research agenda of a new FIRE research stream. As the lead instructor of research-related FIRE courses, the FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors are tasked with providing an excellent educational experience through the development of a research-centered curriculum that allows for iteration: students engage in work that includes periods of uncertainty, setbacks, and unexpected outcomes, and have the opportunity to repeat unsuccessful methodological attempts. As the professional who works with FIRE-participating students, FIRE Assistant Clinical Professors provide personal, academic, research, and professional mentorship.

Appointment Details

Appointments will start in August of 2026 or January 2027 and run through December 2027, with strong potential for annual renewals in January 2028, per positive performance reviews.

Expectations of Position

• Ability to lead undergraduate peer mentors through communication and management.
• Ability to develop curriculum and protocols for research-based inquiry.
• Ability to effectively teach undergraduate students in lecture and research-based environments.
• Ability to mentor students from research, academic, and personal perspectives.
• Ability to assess student learning through the development of formative and summative assessments appropriate for inquiry-based instruction.
• Ability to manage research operations, including student progress, equipment, consumables, and oversight of the fiscal budget.
• Ability to effectively communicate with stream faculty members, undergraduate peer mentors, students, and institutional colleagues.
• Ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and manage multiple projects and timelines.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and effectively while working autonomously and collaboratively.
• Flexibility to grow, adapt, and change as FIRE develops at UMD.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. (title: Assistant Clinical Professor) or Master's (title: Lecturer) degree.
• Active Research interests and goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Research leadership experience.
• Experience working on funded research projects.
• Prior supervisory experience of undergraduate researchers.
• Record of success in presenting research at conferences and/or publishing research in peer-reviewed journals.
• At least one year of experience in teaching undergraduate students (either as the instructor of record or as a teaching assistant).
• At least one year of research team experience with substantial project management experience and organizational skills.

Visa Sponsorship Information

• OUR will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future.
• F1 STEM OPT support is not available for this position.

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• CV
• List of Three References

Best Consideration Date: May 11, 2026

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Financial Disclosure Required

No

Department

SVPAAP-Office of Undergraduate Research

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$55,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience and discipline

Benefits Summary

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Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regardingdisclosablebackground checkinformation. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

Employment Eligibility

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

EEO Statement

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.

Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice

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