Full-time Lecturer - Community College Leadership

Morgan State University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy at Morgan State University invites applications for a non-tenured Research Lecturer position in the Community College Leadership Program, beginning Fall 2026. The role emphasizes research, teaching, and mentoring within a vibrant academic community.

The successful candidate will supervise doctoral research, publish findings, and contribute to the program’s methodological rigor while engaging with a diverse student population and

Qualifications

• PhD or EdD with specialization in quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed methods preferred.
• Graduate-level teaching experience and ability to supervise doctoral students’ research.
• Scholarly publications and exemplary writing skills.
• Online teaching experience and commitment to diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Educate students and conduct research in community college leadership.
• Lead the research arm of the Community College Leadership Program.
• Assist students and faculty with research methodologies and practices.
• Provide academic counseling and mentorship and foster collaboration.
• Pursue research projects and publish findings in academic journals.

Skills

Research design

Graduate teaching

Academic writing

Education

PhD or EdD in related field

Job description

Posting Summary

Job Title: Full-time Lecturer - Community College Leadership Division Divison of Academic Affairs Department Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership & Policy

Job Effective Date: 08/12/2026

Job End Date: 05/21/2027

Work Status: Full Time

Position Category: Contractual

FLSA Exempt

Pay Range Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

The Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership, and Policy produces the largest number of doctoral graduates of any department in the university. It is a vibrant community of scholars drawn from five specialist areas: Higher Education Administration, Mathematics Education, Science Education, Community College Leadership, and Urban Educational Leadership. The department includes 19 full-time faculty members and several part-time and adjunct faculty members.

Position: The Department of Advanced Studies, Leadership and Policy in the School of Education and Urban Studies at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland, seeks an outstanding candidate for a faculty position in the Community College Leadership Program. This is a non-tenured Research Lecturer position with a strong research background, beginning in fall 2026.

Duties

• Responsible for educating students, conducting research, and contributing to the advancement of community colleges.
• Responsible for the research arm of the Community College Leadership Program.
• Assist the program, students, and other faculty with research methodologies and practices.
• Provide academic counseling and mentorship, and foster a collaborative learning environment.
• Pursue research projects, publish findings in academic journals, and contribute to the scholarly community focused on community colleges.

Requested Minimum Qualifications

The PhD or EdD with specialization in quantitative, qualitative, and/or mixed methods research is preferred. Candidates should have graduate-level (Master’s and doctoral) teaching experience, be competent in guiding doctoral students’ research and dissertations, and have scholarly publications. Online teaching experience is preferred. The candidate needs exemplary writing skills. In addition, the candidate should possess a strong commitment to working with an ethnically and culturally diverse student population and be able to contribute to the mission of the School of Education and Urban Studies and the University.

Education Doctorate Degree Other Preferences for Consideration