Assistant Professor of Urban Education (Tenure-Track)

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Position Information

Recruitment / Posting TitleAssistant Professor of Urban Education (Tenure-Track)DepartmentGSE - Learning & TeachingSalaryCommensurate With ExperiencePosting SummaryNationally ranked among US News & World Report's Best Education Graduate Schools, Rutgers Graduate School of Education is part of New Jersey's flagship public research university.

Committed to advancing excellence and equity in education, the Graduate School of Education (GSE) at Rutgers University-New Brunswick seeks outstanding scholars to join the school and to help advance our three thematic strategic plan priority areas of diversity, equity, and social justice, STEM in education, and effective teaching and learning.

Accordingly, we seek an outstanding scholar to join the school as part of our Award-Winning Urban Social Justice Teacher Education.

Specifically, we seek a tenure-track faculty colleague whose research focuses on teacher education and advancing issues of diversity, access, and social justice.

Major Responsibilities :

• The scholar filling this position will conduct a research and publication agenda that advances Rutgers Graduate School of Education's pursuit of advancing excellence and equity in education;
• demonstrate scholarly productivity by publishing in peer-reviewed journals, securing external research support, and presenting at national and international scholarly conferences;
• contribute to the growth of both teacher education and doctoral programs; participate in program development and innovation;

develop and teach courses in teacher education. We especially welcome candidates whose professional experience, community engagement, and personal background have facilitated their understanding of and ability to better serve students from historically marginalized communities in disrupting systemic educational inequities.

Specifically, we seek a dynamic scholar committed to critical, community engaged, and collaborative approaches to advancing equity, excellence, and social justice in education through active research, teaching, and service.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with schools and / or community-based organizations serving linguistically, culturally, racially, ethnically, and economically diverse communities and a commitment to advancing equity-focused and community engaged pedagogies within the GSE teacher preparation programs.

Candidates should have an understanding of curriculum development and experience or interest in program leadership, innovation, and development.

The scholar filling this position will participate actively in local, state, and national professional organizations; teach and advise students at all levels;

and contribute to the service mission of the Graduate School of Education and the university.Our School and University strongly encourage applications from individuals who are members of groups that have been and still are underrepresented in university faculty positions.

Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.Subject to the availability of funding, the position will begin September 1, 2024.

Inquiries about the position should be directed to the Search Committee Co-chairs : Dr. Esther Ohito at esther.ohito@gse.

rutgers.edu , Dr. Dan Battey at [email protected] and Dr. Keith Weber.

Position StatusFull TimePosting Number23FA1170Posting Open Date10 / 27 / 2023Posting Close Date

Qualifications

Minimum Education and ExperienceApplicants are required to have earned a doctoral degree from an accredited major research university with a specialization in teacher education and urban education (urban teacher preparation, racial equity and justice in education, Black and teachers of color sustainability, teachers' mental health and wellness).

• In screening applicants, we will be looking for evidence of demonstrated commitment to addressing diversity, equity, and social justice in preK-12 education with an emphasis on disrupting systemic inequalities;
• scholarly accomplishments aligned with securing competitive external research funding; commitment to a strong, productive, and externally funded research program;

and demonstrated preK-12 teaching experience and effective teaching at the university level.Certifications / LicensesRequired Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesEquipment UtilizedPhysical Demands and Work Environment

Overview

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education.

We are the region's most high-profile public research institution and a leading national research center with global impact.

Statement

Rutgers University-New Brunswick took root more than 250 years ago. We are the state's most comprehensive intellectual resource-the flagship of Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, as designated by the Association of American Universities.

We are the region's most high-profile public research institution and a leading national research university with a global impact.

Rutgers-New Brunswick also engages in community initiatives, new and small business development, and serves as a policy resource across New Jersey.

Posting Details

Special Instructions to ApplicantsYour application should include the following materials : (1) cover letter summarizing qualifications;

2) current curriculum vitae; (3) teaching and research statement; (4) names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of five individuals who may be contacted as references as well as a brief description of the capacity in which you know each reference.

Additionally, candidates must submit at least one, but no more than three, published or unpublished papers; and submit these items as separate attachments, preferably as PDF documents.

Only complete applications and applications submitted electronically will be considered. Review of applications will begin December 8, 2023, and will continue until the positions are filled.

Quick Link to Postinghttps : / / jobs.rutgers.edu / postings / 214463CampusRutgers University-New BrunswickHome Location CampusCollege Ave (RU-New Brunswick)CityNew BrunswickStateNJ

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Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying.

Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action / Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.

As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

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