Research Methods Professor for Doctoral Programs

Capitol University; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Capitol Technology University is seeking a Research Methods Faculty to teach master’s and doctoral level research courses and to mentor dissertation chairs. The role emphasizes multimodal instruction, student mentoring, and active involvement in research governance and program assessment.

The position is on-campus in Laurel, MD, with responsibilities split 60% teaching and 40% service, including course and curriculum review and outreach activities.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in a closely aligned field.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with faculty, students, and industry partners.
• Teaching experience of five years or more, including doctoral-level chairing.
• Ability to teach in multimodal environments (on campus, Zoom, LMS).

Responsibilities

• Instruct research-related courses for Master’s and Doctoral programs (qualitative and/or quantitative methods, APA formatting).
• Oversee mentored methodological courses within thesis/dissertation processes.
• Maintain high visibility with research students via office hours and timely responses.
• Manage classrooms in person, via Zoom, and within the LMS (Canvas).
• Respond to student emails within 2 business days; provide substantive feedback within 5 business days.
• Support student success initiatives and advise students and dissertation chairs.
• Engage in service activities including ARB/IRB involvement and accreditation support.

Skills

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Multimodal instruction

Dissertation mentoring

Education

Doctoral degree

Tools

Office365

Canvas

Zoom

Student Information System

Job description

Capitol Technology University is seeking a Research Methods Faculty to teach master’s and doctoral level research courses and to mentor dissertation chairs. The role emphasizes multimodal instruction, student mentoring, and active involvement in research governance and program assessment.

The position is on-campus in Laurel, MD, with responsibilities split 60% teaching and 40% service, including course and curriculum review and outreach activities.