Tenure-track, Open Rank, Faculty Position K-12 Education Policy and Leadership

The Department of Leadership, Policy and Organizations (LPO) invites applications for an open rank tenure-track faculty position in K-12 Education Leadership and Policy.  The Department seeks a scholar who studies the organization of schooling and/or the social dynamics within schools that impact learning and teaching.   Social scientists trained in sociology, psychology, organizational behavior, education, or other relevant fields are encouraged to apply.   We are open to the methodological approach, with a preference for researchers specializing in mixed methods and/or survey research.  Areas of focus within this realm may include, but are not limited to, leadership and/or organizational systems.

Junior candidates should have a promising program of research and a commitment to seeking external funding. Candidates that are more senior should have an established program of research and a record of accomplishment in securing external funding. All candidates should have a commitment to excellence in teaching (including undergraduates), and an interest in working collaboratively with other faculty, students and staff.    For inquiries contact Professor Joseph Murphy (joseph.murphy@vanderbilt.edu).  Applicants should send a letter of interest, CV, names and contact information for three references.    Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2014, and continue until the position is filled.

All Applicants

Please send all application materials to: Tammy Eidson at tammy.eidson@vanderbilt.edu or PMB 414, 230 Appleton Place, Nashville, TN 37203. Please indicate in your cover letter the position for which you are applying. Electronic submissions are preferred.
 

The mission of the Department of Leadership, Policy and Organizations is to understand and enhance the political, economic, organizational, and social contexts in which human learning takes place.  The department embraces multiple methodological and disciplinary approaches to the study of policies and practices that can improve outcomes for students and their families, and enhance organizational effectiveness and reform.   The department operates graduate programs in K-12, international, and higher education leadership and policy (including an MPP degree), as well as an undergraduate major in leadership and organizational effectiveness, policy, and international education.   Faculty teach across multiple programs, many of which are ranked among the highest in the nation.

For more information about the Department of Leadership, Policy and Organizations, visit the Web site at http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/departments/lpo/index.php .

Vanderbilt University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.