Director of Master of Science in Science Education and CLS Teacher Programs

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University - Office of Student Engagement invites applications to become Director of the Master of Science in Science Education (MSSE) and CLS Teacher Programs. The successful candidate will lead program strategy, coordinate faculty partnerships across MSU, and drive curricular innovation for secondary STEM education.

The role includes recruiting and retaining students, securing external funding, and guiding two additional graduate programs for teachers.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. or doctorate in one of the CLS disciplines or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in graduate education, graduate advising, mentorship, or related activities.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with science educators, K-12 in service teachers, or related activity.
• A record of scholarship and teaching that will qualify for an appointment at the Associate or Full Professor rank.

Responsibilities

• Provide a dynamic vision and leadership for the MSSE Program and CLS Teacher Programs, in concert with MSU and CLS strategies priorities.
• Identify and support opportunities to create synergy amongst the CLS programs for secondary teachers.
• Foster a program culture that is participatory and dynamic, and supports staff, faculty, and student excellence.
• Coordinate curriculum and instruction with other departments, programs, and colleges.
• Lead, coordinate, administer and grow recruiting and outreach efforts.
• Direct the MSSE Program, which includes the Master of Science Education option and seven science graduate certificates in science teaching.
• Seek opportunities to advance research in secondary STEM education through extramural funding and publication.
• Manage the MSSE budget (campus, online and certificate program).
• Lead and evaluate the MSSE program team managers, advisors, staff, and instructors.
• Manage the success of field courses and international programs and courses in MSSE.
• Manage MSSE Program assessment.
• Coordinate with the chair of the MSSE Steering Committee.
• Manage the MSSE Summer Capstone Symposium.
• Instruct one or more courses, and advise in the program(s) as appropriate.

Skills

Graduate education experience

Graduate advising

Mentorship

Science education collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in CLS discipline or related field

Graduate education experience

Experience with science educators/K-12

Record of scholarship and teaching (Associate/Full Professor)

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Announcement Number FAC - VA - 27033. For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Katie Sutich

Assistant to the Dean

[phone]

[e-mail]

Classification Title Working Title Director of Master of Science in Science Education and CLS Teacher Programs Brief Position Overview

The College of Letters and Science is searching for a highly motivated and experienced academic leader to serve as director of the Master of Science in Science Education program, one of the largest and most active master’s programs for K-12 science teachers in the U.S. The director will coordinate participating faculty members across MSU, foster curricular innovation in the program, guide the recruitment and retention of students in the program, and seek external funding opportunities to advance research in secondary STEM education. The director will also provide high-level coordination and vision for support to CLS’s two additional graduate programs for teachers: Mathematical Sciences and English.

Faculty Tenure Track Yes Faculty Rank Associate/Full Professor Position Number TBD Department MSSE MS Science Education Division College of Letters & Science Appointment Type Faculty Contract Term Academic Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Eligible Salary Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications. Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide a dynamic vision and leadership for the MSSE Program and CLS Teacher Programs, in concert with MSU and CLS strategies priorities.
• Identify and support opportunities to create synergy amongst the CLS programs for secondary teachers.
• Foster a program culture that is participatory and dynamic, and supports staff, faculty, and student excellence.
• Coordinate curriculum and instruction with other departments, programs, and colleges.
• Lead, coordinate, administer and grow recruiting and outreach efforts.
• Direct the MSSE Program, which includes the Master of Science Education option and seven science graduate certificates in science teaching.
• Seek opportunities to advance research in secondary STEM education through extramural funding and publication.
• Manage the MSSE budget (campus, online and certificate program).
• Lead and evaluate the MSSE program team managers, advisors, staff, and instructors.
• Manage the success of field courses and international programs and courses in MSSE.
• Manage MSSE Program assessment.
• Coordinate with the chair of the MSSE Steering Committee.
• Manage the MSSE Summer Capstone Symposium.
• Instruct one or more courses, and advise in the program(s) as appropriate.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• A Ph.D. or doctorate in one of the CLS disciplines or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in graduate education, graduate advising, mentorship, or related activities.
• Demonstrated experience working directly with science educators, K-12 in service teachers, or related activity.
• A record of scholarship and teaching that will qualify for an appointment at the Associate or Full Professor rank.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Experience with distance learning curriculum and teaching.
• A record of pedagogical and curricular innovation.
• A record of success in building and sustaining interdisciplinary academic programs.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Have knowledge of the disciplines and programs represented in MSSE and in the College of Letters and Science and commitment to our vision.
• A record of positive staff and personnel relations and interactions.
• A creative and approachable manner that kindles the innovative spirit of others.
• A strong ability to communicate effectively as exemplified by the candidate’s writing, speaking and listening skills.
• Demonstrated accomplishments in research, scholarship, and innovative partnerships.
• Demonstrated ability to provide analysis of college and university data to inform evidence-based decisions.
• Demonstrate effectiveness in interacting and supporting constituencies from all backgrounds, including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and other groups.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The Program

MSSE MS Science Education

The College The College of Letters & Science (CLS), the largest center for learning, teaching and research at Montana State University, offers students an excellent liberal arts and sciences education in nearly 50 majors, 25 minors and over 25 graduate degrees within the four areas of the humanities, natural sciences, mathematical, and social sciences.

Building on the great strength of our traditional disciplines, the college provides exciting opportunities for faculty and students at the cutting edge of interdisciplinary inquiry. CLS is dedicated to supporting student success, discovering and disseminating new knowledge, and providing an atmosphere in which discovery and learning are integrated and valued. CLS is at the confluence of intellectual tradition, discovery, and innovation.

Posting Detail Information

Number Of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Upon Completion Of a Successful Search. Position End Date (if Temporary) Open Date Close Date Applications Will Be

EEO Statement

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FLSA Details

FLSA Determination

FLSA Status Exempt