Assistant Professor

East Carolina University; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor in Educational Leadership. This exciting role involves teaching working professionals in PK12 and higher education leadership programs, engaging in research with potential for external funding, and providing valuable service to the university and local educational communities. The position emphasizes a commitment to innovative education and aims to enhance the quality of leadership training for aspiring educators. If you are passionate about shaping the future of education and have a strong background in leadership, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Excellent communication and demonstrated teaching and research potential are essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach in PK12 leadership programs and engage in active research.
• Serve as dissertation chair and provide service to the university and local schools.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Outstanding teaching

Research skills

Service orientation

Experience as a PK12 school leader

Education

Ed.D. or Ph.D. in Educational Leadership

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are required to submit a candidate profile online; a cover letter describing academic background, research agenda, and specific skills and experiences relevant to the position; attach a current CV; and a list of references with contact information. The successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Anticipated Recruitment Range: Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Commensurate with Qualifications.

Position Location (City): [Insert City]

Position Type: Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category: Faculty (Teaching)

Organizational Unit Overview: The mission of the College of Education is the preparation of professional educators and allied practitioners, including professionals in counseling, adult education, instructional technology, and librarianship. Significant to this mission is a strong commitment to three important related areas, all of which are realized through partnerships and other endeavors:

• the encouragement and nurturing of professional growth for educators and allied practitioners at all levels and in all areas of the educational endeavor;
• a continuing emphasis on and support for scholarship and research/creative activity;
• and service in all areas of professional education.

To achieve its vision, the College of Education is guided in its action by the University strategic planning process which includes providing innovative programs and certifications to address state and regional workforce needs, along with collaborating with regional partners to establish accessible and affordable pathways to our College of Education programs, creating a seamless transition for aspiring educators into our institution and back to regional schools and districts as qualified professional educators after completion. Some goals for this strategic plan would include but are not limited to the following:

1. Increasing enrollments across programs and certificates within the College of Education
2. Increasing study away opportunities for our College of Education students
3. Increasing graduation rates
4. Working to reduce student debt for graduate and undergraduate students in the College of Education.

Job Duties: The Department of Educational Leadership in the College of Education at East Carolina University is seeking applicants and nominations for a tenure-track, nine-month, full-time assistant professor faculty position beginning Fall 2025. The candidate will balance teaching, research, and service related to Educational Leadership in PK12 settings. The candidate will:

1. Teach working professionals in PK12 leadership programs and/or higher education leadership programs offered by the Department of Educational Leadership: Master of School Administration (MSA), Education Specialist (EdS), and Doctor of Education (EdD).
2. Engage in an active research agenda including potential for external funding.
3. Connect teaching, research, and service to leadership practice in PK12 and/or higher education settings.
4. Serve as dissertation chair and committee member for students in the EdD program.
5. Provide service to the university and to rural eastern North Carolina schools.
6. Actively engage with professional organizations at the state (e.g., NCASA and NCPEL) and national (e.g., UCEA and CPED) levels.

Minimum Qualifications: An Ed.D. or Ph.D. from an appropriately accredited institution in Educational Leadership or a related field.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: None.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education: Excellent oral and written communication skills; evidence or demonstrated potential for outstanding teaching, research, and service. Preference is given to candidates with successful experience as a PK12 school leader. Preference will also be given to candidates with experience or desire to focus on scholarship in rural settings.

Special Instructions to Applicant: Applicants are required to submit a candidate profile online; a cover letter describing academic background, research agenda, and specific skills and experiences relevant to the position; attach a current CV; and a list of references with contact information. The successful candidate must provide official transcripts upon hire.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date: 04/07/2025