Senior Scholar: Learning Science, School Mental Health & ML

VCU School of Education; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid leave

Tuition benefits

Retirement plan

Tax-Deferred annuity

Employee discounts

Well-being resources

Career development

Job summary

The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education seeks a preeminent scholar working at the intersection of child development, school mental health, implementation science, and machine learning, with an August 10, 2027 start date (negotiable).

The SOE prioritizes collaboration across interdisciplinary teams, evidence-based practice, and transformational research aligned with One VCU priorities, offering a competitive salary and hybrid work arrangement.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in education or related field closely related to SOLID, school mental health, implementation science and/or machine learning.
• Distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, and professional service commensurate with tenure at a research-intensive university.
• Scholarly record with high-quality publications and sustained impact.
• Track record of external funding to support research.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to promote collaborative culture and climate.
• Ability to conduct research addressing access, engagement, or outcomes across populations and contexts.

Skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Leadership

Academic writing

Education

Earned doctorate (education or related SOLID/SMH/IML)

Job description

The Virginia Commonwealth University School of Education seeks a preeminent scholar working at the intersection of child development, school mental health, implementation science, and machine learning, with an August 10, 2027 start date (negotiable).

The SOE prioritizes collaboration across interdisciplinary teams, evidence-based practice, and transformational research aligned with One VCU priorities, offering a competitive salary and hybrid work arrangement.