UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO, COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
Educational Psychology Faculty Position
Applied Educational Statistics
The University of New Mexico College of Education, Department of Individual,
Family and Community Education, invites applications for an Assistant
Professor in Educational Psychology, Applied Educational Statistics,
probationary appointment leading to a tenure decision, beginning August,
2009.
Minimum Qualifications: 1) earned doctorate in Educational Psychology or
related field by August 2009; and, 2) evidence of expertise in applied
educational statistics.
Preference will be given to applicants with: 1) excellence or potential for
excellence in teaching applied educational statistics; 2) evidence of
scholarly research; 3) expertise in a substantive area of educational
psychology or related field relevant to the mission of the program; 4)
interest and commitment to working with diverse populations; and, 5)
interest in and commitment to working in applied educational settings.
Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be expected to collaborate
with educational psychology faculty with expertise in cognition, human
development, motivation, measurement & assessment, and educational research
methods. This faculty member will be expected to teach graduate courses in
educational psychology, especially in advanced educational statistics and
research methods (e.g. multiple regression, multivariate methods). This
faculty member will also be expected to conduct an active research program
as well as to advise master and doctoral-level graduate students
specializing in educational psychology. The successful candidate will
provide support to graduate students and faculty throughout the College and
University in the use and application of statistical and research methods
which includes helping to meet the needs for service on degree committees of
students minoring in quantitative methods in educational psychology or who
need committee members with methodological expertise.
A complete application packet will include:
1) A signed letter of application including statement of qualifications
in relation to the Minimum and Preferred qualifications;
2) A complete and up-to-date curriculum vita;
3) One professional publication or presentation;
4) Samples of teaching materials and evidence of teaching excellence;
5) At least three letters of recommendation from professional
references;
6) Transcripts of ALL collegiate coursework (readable, unofficial copies
will be accepted).
Applications should be addressed to:
Helen R. Harris, Coord, Personnel
College of Education, Dean's Office
MSC 05-3040
1 University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Please refer to JR # 6519. For best consideration, complete application
packets must be received by 5:00pm (MST) on November 26, 2008. We
especially encourage members of underrepresented groups to apply. Position
will remain open until filled. UNM is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative
Action Employer and Educator.
