E. V. Wilkins Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Scholar

Elizabeth City State University; Elizabeth City (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Elizabeth City State University invites applications for the E. V. Wilkins Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Scholar in the Department of Education.

The role focuses on leadership of a rural teacher/administrative training program, development of summer institutes, and advanced training for educators. The chair will advance scholarly work and seek external funding while serving on university, local and state committees and delivering in-service presentations to communities.

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in Education or related areas.
• Established record of publications, grants and national prominence in teacher education.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for wide-ranging relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop rural teacher/administrative training programs with local districts and communities.
• Establish summer institutes and professional development for P-12 teachers and administrators.
• Teach advanced training programs and pursue scholarly activities with external funding.
• Represent the department on university, local and state committees and boards.

Skills

Scholarly record

Leadership

Communication

Education

Doctorate in Education

Job description

Position Summary

Position Number: 6086-0000-0001-102

Classification Title: Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Scholar

Working Title: E. V. Wilkins Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Scholar

Division: Academic Affairs

Department/Unit: Department of Education

Section: Education

Primary Purpose of the Unit

The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership in developing and maintaining quality academic programs and support services that contribute to the achievement of the university's mission. The division strives to be recognized as a student-centered university with emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning and scholarly activities; commitment to total student development; and outstanding service and engagement with local, regional, national and global communities.

Description of Work

This Endowed Professor will support existing programs and activities of the department and provide leadership for the following initiatives: development of a rural teacher/administrative training program in collaboration with rural school districts and communities; establishment of summer institutes and professional development opportunities for P-12 teachers, administrators, school boards and other community stakeholders; and development and teaching of advanced training programs. In addition, the chair will continue to pursue scholarly activities and secure external funds to support initiatives; serve on university, local and state committees, boards, task forces and make in-service presentations to community constituents, etc.

Competencies / Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required

Possess an established record of accomplishments and contributions to the field of education and professional activity reflected by publications, grants, and national prominence in teacher education.

An established scholar with demonstrated experience in the integration of technology and knowledge in personnel preparation in high needs areas of teacher education.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for establishing a wide array of effective working relationships within and outside the campus community.

Minimum Training and Experience

A Doctorate degree is required in Education or related areas. May hire at the lower rank of Distinguished Scholar based on review of credentials. The individual selected for the Distinguished Professorship will be a published scholar in Education. His/her presence on the faculty will provide intellectual depth while further strengthening the quality of teaching in the fulfillment of the university's mission of excellence in research and scholarly activities.

Position Category

Faculty

Position Status

Permanent Full Time

FLSA

Exempt

AA/EEO Statement

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Background Check Statement

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Eligibility for Employment

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