TT in Science Education at Iowa State

The Iowa State University School of Education is seeking applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure track position in science education at the rank of Assistant Professor.

We seek a faculty member who will enrich the school's commitment to high quality teaching and scholarly inquiry into science education, teacher education, and STEM issues. The successful candidate will positively impact the broader community through research, teaching, outreach, and service.

Responsibilities
The successful candidate for this position will engage in high levels of research activity in science education − publishing research and scholarship, seeking external funding, and participating in professional organizations and conferences. The Assistant Professor will be involved in the ISU teacher education program, teach courses in science education at the undergraduate and graduate levels; advise masters and doctoral degree candidates; collaborate with faculty in the Center for Excellence in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering Education, collaborate with others across the School and the university; and participate in service and outreach activities.

Required Qualifications
Applicants must have:

• An earned doctorate in science education, or a closely related field, by the appointment start date
• PreK-12 science classroom teaching experience
• Demonstrated potential for research/scholarship productivity, including documentation of a research agenda or emerging line of research related to science education

Preferred Qualifications

• Additional years of successful PreK-12 teaching experience
• Successful teaching experience at the postsecondary level
• Evidence of successful involvement related to external research funding
• Experience/interest in cross-disciplinary STEM collaborations
• Demonstrated interest to work in partnership with schools and/or other collaborators

Iowa State University is classified as a Carnegie Foundation Doctoral/Research University-Extensive and, in living its land-grant mission to create, share, and apply knowledge, carries a Carnegie Community Engagement designation ( http://classifications.carnegiefoundation.org/descriptions/community_engagement.php). ISU is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU). ISU is ranked by U.S. News and World Report as one of the top 50 public universities in the nation. Over 33,000 students are enrolled and are served by over 6,400 faculty and staff (See http://www.iastate.edu/about/). Ames, Iowa, is a progressive community of over 50,000 residents, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted one of the best livable small cities in the nation (see www.amescvb.com). Centrally located with respect to several of the state's most demographically transitioning communities, ISU affords faculty access to culturally and linguistically diverse school and community environments for research, teaching, and extension and outreach commitments. School of Education faculty are actively engaged in research, teaching, and outreach activities that involve area schools, communities, education agencies, the Iowa Department of Education, as well as national and international collaborations. Please visit our web page ( http://www.education.iastate.edu/te/) for more information.

All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check.

Application Process: All application materials must be submitted electronically at https://www.iastatejobs.com/. Once on the website, search by vacancy ID #131361. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply for this Vacancy" and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following documents:
1) A Letter of Application addressing your qualifications for this position
2) A complete Curriculum Vita which includes current contact information
3) Contact information for three references (include name, mailing address, phone number and e-mail)
4) A scholarly manuscript that has been published, presented, or submitted -- Please attach as "Other Document(s)"

If you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact Joanne K. Olson at jkolson@iastate.edu or call 515-294-3315.

TT at CSU-Fullerton

The department of Secondary Education at California State University Fullerton has created a tenure-track Science Education faculty position and is currently accepting applications from qualified candidates.  If you know someone who might be interested or who might work with doctoral candidates in science education, please share this link with them: http://diversity.fullerton.edu/jobs/ft/6425BR.asp

CSUF has several active faculty in science and math education, in the College of Education as well as the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics, and there would be plenty of opportunities for collaboration!

Non-TT at University of Northern Iowa

The Science Education program at the University of Northern Iowa has an opening for a renewable term science instructor starting August 2014. The successful candidate will have a diverse background that will allow her/him to teach both our introductory life science course for elementary education majors and either our introductory physical science or earth and space science course. Opportunities may also exist to teach other courses within the science education program.

Information on UNI's Science Education program is available at http://www.science-ed.uni.edu/.

Applications received before January 6, 2014 will be given full consideration. For more details on position requirements or to apply, use our online application portal at https://jobs.uni.edu/faculty/view/50326. Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Jeffrey Morgan, Chair, Search Committee at jeff.morgan@uni.edu or by phone at (319) 273-2290.

UNI is an equal opportunity employer with a comprehensive plan for affirmative action.

Informal Science Ed postdoc at Univ of New Hampshire

Informal Science Education Postdoctoral Research Associate for 2014/2015

 

The SPIRALS program, Supporting and Promoting Rural and Indigenous Adolescents’ Learning of Science, at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) and funded by a National Science Foundation Informal Science Education (ISE) Award invites applications for a postdoctoral research associate in Informal Science Education and Adolescent Research. The position may be renewable for up to 2 years and may begin as early as May 2014.

 

SPIRALS is focused on the impacts of contextualization on science learning, motivation and attitudes toward science.  The project uses a systematic approach that incorporates mixed methods of data collection and analysis to examine how culture and community impact STEM learning.  The project team has a community-based participatory research orientation; therefore, local community group members provide expertise that contributes to the design of the curriculum and the research as well as the interpretation of the findings.  The project will contribute to what we know about how underserved and underrepresented youth engage in STEM learning in relation to their world views.

 

The postdoctoral research associate will be instrumental in creating and implementing a curriculum with a diverse group of community members to support community-based youth groups in New England explore a local sustainable practice.  In addition, the researcher will be responsible for implementing the project research plan.

 

Required and Preferred Qualifications

Required qualifications are:

·         a Ph.D. in science education or educational psychology;

·          a strong expertise in quantitative methodologies including multilevel modeling;

·         the abilities to prioritize tasks, to engage in long- and short-term planning,

·         and to handle a variety of demands simultaneously are critical.

 

The following attributes, experiences and knowledge are preferred:  

·         working directly with culturally diverse populations at many levels;

·          formal or informal teaching experience;

·         experience with databases, quantitative and qualitative analysis skills;

·         an understanding of adolescent development;

·         and knowledge of sustainability and systems thinking.

 

Candidates should be willing and able to work a flexible schedule, including occasional travel, weekends, and extend hours during periods of intense activity.  We seek self-motivated, creative individuals who have excellent interpersonal, written and public speaking skills, and who can work both independently and as part of a team effort.

 

Salary and Appointment

This Postdoctoral Research Associate position is full-timed, salaried, and benefited position at the University of New Hampshire.  The position is annually renewable, depending on performance and anticipated continuing grant funding.  Salary is competitive and commensurate with professional experience and qualifications of the candidate.  The University of New Hampshire offers a competitive benefits package.

 

Application Procedure

To apply for the SPIRALS Postdoctoral Research Associate position, please submit the following to the Lisa Wilder via email:  lisa.wilder@unh.edu:

1.      a letter of interest in the position, including your career goals (no more than two pages),

2.      a current curriculum vitae,

3.      statement of teaching and research philosophy (no more than 2 pages), and

4.      the names of three professional references, including current position, relationship to the applicant, and phone and email contact information.

 

Application Review Timeline

Review of applications will begin on January 15^th, 2014 and will continue until the position is filled.

 

Questions?

Questions about the position should be directed to the SPIRALS Principal Investigators:

Dr. Eleanor Abrams, Professor, Department of Education, Morrill Hall, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH; email:  eleanor.abrams@unh.edu

Dr. Michael Middleton, Associate Professor, Department of Education, Morrill Hall, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH; email:  michael.middleton@unh.edu

 

Please reference the NSF SPIRALS program in all communications.

 

The University of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action institution. The university seeks excellence through diversity among its administrators, faculty, staff, and students. The university prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or marital status. Application by members of all underrepresented groups is encouraged.  

PhET Postdoc at CU Boulder

The PhET Interactive Simulations Project at the University of Colorado Boulder has an opening for a Research Associate (postdoctoral researcher) position focusing on studying interactive simulations (sims) for learning science. The PhET Team develops interactive sims for teaching and learning science and math, creates activities that couple with the sims, and makes all of these resources freely available to educators and students on the web. Research is a major component of the PhET Project, and focuses on understanding aspects of design and use that lead to increases in student learning and student engagement.

The primary responsibilities of the successful applicant will be to carry out and publish research on learning and engagement from sims, along with related issues on sim design and use. Of particular interest is the investigation of why PhET sims seem to be engaging and useful for students with extremely wide range of backgrounds and levels of education. The same sims are commonly used in middle school, high school, and several levels of college science classes. We wish to understand how effective the sims are at all these different levels and why, as well as exploring what this wide range of effectiveness can say more generally about how teaching methods and materials might be optimized for a diverse group of students. The work will be done with the guidance and collaboration of Carl Wieman of Stanford University who is doing research in a number of areas blending science disciplinary expertise and cognitive psychology. The successful candidate will likely be involved with collaborations with other members of Wieman’s research group, some members of Dan Schwartz’s cognitive psychology group at Stanford, and the other members of the PhET research team. Other responsibilities include training faculty on use of PhET sims through PhET workshops at local and national meetings, and collaborating with other members of the PhET team on design activities, as appropriate.

The successful candidate will work at the University of Colorado Boulder which is a national leader in STEM education with over 50 campus programs addressing STEM education and a new Center for Science Learning launched in 2012. In addition, the candidate will also have an opportunity to participate and interact with the Physics Education Research group as well as the cross-disciplinary STEM Discipline-based Education Research Group.

More information on PhET can be found at: http://phet.colorado.edu

Qualifications: We will consider graduates with a PhD in: any science who is interested in shifting their focus to science education research, a PhD in cognitive psychology with a strong interest in the hard sciences, or a PhD in physics education research. Prior experience teaching or working with students and teachers is a plus, along with knowledge of the science education literature.

Start Date: There is considerable flexibility in the start date. We will consider start dates as early as January 1, 2014 and as late as August 15, 2014.

To Apply:
All applicants must apply through JobsAtCU website: https://www.jobsatcu.com/postings/75435

Applicants must complete the Faculty/Exempt Professional and EEO Data (application) form, upload a cover letter, a statement on their perspectives on teaching and learning, a 1-2 page statement discussing the candidate’s research interests and potential research approaches related to why PhET sims seem to be engaging and useful for students with extremely wide range of backgrounds and levels of education, and a resume/curriculum vitae. A proof of degree (unofficial transcript) must be uploaded, and three references must be entered (note the applicant should enter the contact information for letters, and the system will contact them to upload their letter).

The official application process will not be complete until you upload your documents online.

Review of applications will begin on December 13, and continue until the position is filled.

Please email Oliver.Nix@colorado.edu with any questions about the application process.
(Note:  This position is different from this posting.)

TT Elementary Science Specialist, UW-La Crosse

https://employment.uwlax.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1385749339890

Posting Number: 0600684
Position Type: Faculty
Position: Assistant Professor - Elementary Science Specialist

Is this a Position of Trust?
(Defined as: Having access to vulnerable populations, property access, financial/fiduciary duties, and all executive positions)
Yes

Is this a Position of Trust with Access to Vulnerable Pops?
(Defined as: Position requires unsupervised or significant access to minors, under the age of 18 who are NOT enrolled or accepted for enrollment at a UW System Institution, and medical patients.)
Yes

Hiring Department/Unit and Programs: Educational Studies
College/Division: College of Liberal Studies

Job Summary/Basic Function: The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, the School of Education, and the Department of Educational Studies invites applications for an Assistant Professor, full time academic year, tenure-track position with expertise in elementary science instruction to begin Fall 2014. We seek colleagues who share the department's commitment to diversity and are dedicated teacher educators, active scholars, and mentors for students. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in preparation of teacher candidates for elementary science methodology and other STEM connections. Qualified candidates will also be responsible for student advisement, supervision of field experiences, engagement in research, and participation in service activities. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence as a teacher and advisor as well as develop an active research program.

This position includes teaching 12 credit hours per semester. The Teacher Education Program espouses an inclusive philosophy and provides preparation in general classroom and special education teaching licensures from birth through early adolescence. Successful candidates will bring knowledge and expertise in elementary science instructional methodologies, with preference given to those who also possess knowledge &/or expertise in elementary instructional methodologies in mathematics, literacy, and diversity-related topics, and/or other elementary content instruction. Knowledge and/or expertise in Professional Learning Communities (PLC), differentiation, progress monitoring, edTPA, and/or supervision of instruction are also preferred qualities.

A person in this position will prepare and teach 2-4 course preparations each semester. A person in this position will be expected to be fully engaged in a program of scholarly activity, including but not limited to presentations at conferences and publications in scholarly journals. A person in this position will be expected to participate in service activities at the Department, School of Education, and University levels.

Required qualifications: Ph.D./Ed.D. in elementary science education or related field by date of appointment and a minimum of three successful years of teaching experience in American public/private K-8 school settings.

Preferred qualifications: knowledge &/or expertise in elementary instructional methodologies in technology, social studies, mathematics, foundations, literacy, and/or diversity-related topics, and/or other elementary content instruction, experience with supervision of instruction, Professional Development Schools (PDS), progress monitoring, differentiated instruction, Professional Learning Communities (PLC), edTPA, blended learning, and an interest in student research.

About UW-La Crosse:

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-L fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-L is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.

UW-La Crosse's diversity and inclusion efforts are guided by our adherence to Inclusive Excellence. We define Inclusive Excellence as "... our active, intentional and ongoing commitment to bridge differences with understanding and respect so all can thrive." The goals of Inclusive Excellence are to increase the retention of diverse faculty, staff and students while encouraging a campus climate that is inviting and welcoming to all. UW-La Crosse strives to promote acceptance of all facets of diversity from racial/ethnic diversity to diversity of thought and experience.

UW-La Crosse has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of "America's Best Colleges" for more than a decade and is ranked consistently as one of the top institutions in the Midwest. With a student population of roughly 10,000, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs in 29 disciplines and a variety of graduate programs in three colleges: Liberal Studies, Science and Health, and Business Administration, including the School of Arts & Communication and the School of Education. There are over 400 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 76 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 85 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 69 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.

The UW-La Crosse campus is nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse (pop. 51,818) located in western Wisconsin. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report as one of the top ten "Best Places to Live" in 2009, La Crosse is one of the most scenic places in mid-America. Abundant water, woodlands and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports and recreation.

UW-La Crosse is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool, and we encourage applications from persons with varied backgrounds and perspectives. Please contact the Search and Screen Committee if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

Posting Date:
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
First review date: 01-17-2014

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For your Reference Contact Information document, please include the names, positions, email addresses and phone numbers of 5 professional references.

In the Unofficial Transcript field, please upload your unofficial graduate transcript(s).

If you have questions about this position, please contact Dr. Ali, Search and Screen Co-Chair, at aali@uwlax.edu

Two PostDocs in Physics/Science Education @ FIU

Institution:   Florida International University

STEM Transformation Institute

Miami, Florida

Deadline:    Open until filled

Salary:      Commensurate with experience

Description: The STEM Transformation Institute and the Physics Education Research Group at Florida International University seeks two postdoctoral researchers in physics education, engineering education, science education, or a closely related field.  The first position starts in January 2014 and is particularly allotted for work on an ongoing NSF funded research project involving analysis of case studies of high school physics classes, implementing experimental studies within similar classes, and designing a professional development course for high school physics teachers.  The responsibilities of the successful applicant will include coordination and participation in all aspects of the research including presenting/publishing findings.  A second postdoctoral research position beginning in August 2014 is for integrating network analysis techniques with qualitative and behavioral analyses in the study of physics student retention and persistence. More information about the STEM Transformation Institute can be found at http://stem.fiu.edu and for the Physics Education Group at http://casgroup.fiu.edu/fiuperg.

Eligibility: We will consider PhD graduates with expertise in education research (and strong content background in science/physics/engineering) or traditional areas of STEM research (particularly network science) who have experience in conducting education research.

Application: Please electronically submit a letter of interest, CV, brief statement of research interests, 1-2 publication reprints, and names of 3 references to eric.brewe@fiu.edu.

Florida International University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

TT/T STEM Ed, University of Nebraska Omaha

The University of Nebraska at Omaha College of Arts & Sciences seeks to fill a tenure track position in interdisciplinary STEM-related natural science education, at the advanced assistant or associate professor level, beginning in Fall 2014.  The Haddix Community Chair in Science will provide leadership and expertise in STEM education within the candidate’s disciplinary area of expertise. In addition, the successful candidate will serve as an interdisciplinary resource promoting STEM education across the natural sciences, will collaborate with other STEM chairs, and will work closely with education faculty to address critical matters of K-12 STEM education in metropolitan Omaha. A competitive salary will be commensurate with qualifications and the position includes a chair’s stipend and program operating budget.
The Ph.D. or equivalent in a natural science discipline or in science education is required.  The successful candidate will have graduate-level preparation and teaching experience in a natural science discipline and a record of scholarship in discipline based education research.  Applicants should have a strong interest in increasing STEM participation by underrepresented groups and a commitment to teacher development and improvement in K-16 science education.   The successful candidate will be expected to work with current Community Chairs in mathematics, computer science, and STEM education.

Applicants must apply online at http://careers.unomaha.edu by submitting a letter of application, a full resume, a statement expressing a personal vision for the new chair position, a research statement, and three to five current letters of recommendation.  Contact information for this search is:  STEM Search Committee, Department of Geography/Geology, DSC 260, University of Nebraska at Omaha, Omaha, NE, 68182-0199.  Emails can be sent to rshuster@unomaha.edu.  Applications will begin to be evaluated on January 24, 2014 and will continue to be evaluated until the position is filled.

The University has a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff.  We are particularly interested in receiving applications from members of under-represented groups and strongly encourage person of color to apply for this position.

TT, Science Education, Michigan Tech

Applications are invited for a tenure-track position in Science Education. PhD in Science Education required. Desirable qualifications include: specialization in science education; teaching experience at the secondary school level; experience with and/or interest in leading teacher professional development; interest in scholarly collaboration with faculty in teacher education and STEM disciplines. The successful candidate will have an active research program, a commitment to attracting external funding and mentoring graduate students, and a record of excellence in teaching. Appointment is anticipated at the rank of assistant professor, although highly qualified candidates may be considered for appointment at the rank of associate professor.

The Division of Teacher Education, housed within the Department of Cognitive and Learning Sciences, offers secondary school teacher certification and a MS program in Applied Science Education. Teacher certification is offered in biology, chemistry, physics, Earth science, and integrated science, along with mathematics, social studies and English. Education faculty are engaged in a number of NSF-funded projects related to the teaching and learning of science and mathematics, including a Noyce Teacher Scholarship Program (see http://www.mtu.edu/cls/research/projects/). Teaching loads and salary are highly competitive. New faculty benefit from a supportive, collegial environment and a mentoring program.

The position begins August 2014. Full consideration will be given to applications received by December 15, 2013. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a vita, three letters of recommendation (at least one of which addresses teaching), a statement of research interests, and a statement of teaching interests. Applications should be submitted online at http://www.jobs.mtu.edu/postings/1261. Direct inquiries to stockero@mtu.edu.

Michigan Tech is a public mid-sized research (RU/H) university. It is ranked in the top tier of national universities according to U.S. News & World Report and received "Best in the Midwest" honors in Princeton Review's The Best 378 Colleges, 2014 Edition. Michigan Tech is located in Houghton, MI, rated as one of the Top 10 summer travel destinations, as well as one of the Top 10 outdoor adventure spots in the country for our bike trails, Olympic-caliber cross country ski trails, Lake Superior shoreline, and numerous inland lakes.

Michigan Tech is an ADVANCE institution, one of a limited number of universities in receipt of NSF funds in support of our commitment to increase diversity and the participation and advancement of women in STEM. Michigan Tech acknowledges the importance of supporting dual career partners in attracting and retaining a quality workforce. Visit: www.dual.mtu.edu. Michigan Tech is an equal employment opportunity, affirmative action employer/educational institution.

Science Educator-Scientist-Researcher with BSCS

Science Educators, Scientists, Researchers. BSCS (Biological Sciences Curriculum Study) has several full-time openings for individuals with different areas of strength. We describe the general qualifications first and then elaborate on specific qualities that are more specialized. All highly qualified people with a commitment to improving STEM education are encouraged to apply.

BSCS is a not-for-profit, tax exempt, 501(c) (3), educational research and development organization. BSCS, now in its 55^th year, is the oldest continuously active research and development group focused on innovative programs to support teaching and learning in science. BSCS’s mission is to transform science teaching and learning through research and development that strengthens learning environments and inspires a global community of scientifically literate citizens. Our three primary lines of research focus on the Nature of Curriculum, Teacher Learning and Practice, and Leadership and Policy.

We are searching for candidates interested in contributing to the work of a dynamic curriculum study. The strongest applicants will demonstrate a passion for science education reform, the ability and interest in working across all lines of research, and an excitement about contributing to the overall mission of the organization. Candidates must be willing to relocate to the Colorado Springs, Colorado area.

Desired Education and Experience

A doctorate in science education, a science discipline, or related field is preferred; a masters degree is required. In addition, an interest in and/or experience with e-learning environments for students and teachers, a background in the learning sciences, or experience conducting educational research is highly desirable.

Essential Abilities and Characteristics

• A strong commitment to improving science education for all students and teachers
• Demonstrated ability to understand and manage complex projects
• Willingness to think creatively
• Strong writing ability
• Ability to write convincingly for different audiences including students, teachers, and funders
• Excellent oral communication skills in a variety of settings (e.g., academic conferences, meetings with school administrators and teachers, and staff meetings)
• Successful experience working independently and in collaborative teams
• Ability to regularly meet deadlines under pressure
• Ability to tolerate ambiguity including ability to thrive in a soft money environment with all of the uncertainties and opportunities that come with such a setting
• Willingness to travel regularly
• Willingness to learn and understand the history of BSCS and the defining values of our work

Specific Desired Qualifications for Quantitative Research Emphasis

A competitive applicant with a quantitative research emphasis will have experience conducting research that uses quantitative methods. Preferred competencies include areas such as power analysis, multi-level modeling, structural equation modeling, Item-R Theory/Rasch Modeling, and inter-rater agreement. Although the focus of this position is quantitative research, applicants should also be comfortable with qualitative techniques, as many BSCS projects use a mixed methods approach.

Specific Desired Qualifications for the General Science Education Emphasis

A competitive applicant for the science education emphasis will have multiple years of K-12 science teaching experience, have conducted professional development in diverse settings, and have experience working in informal STEM education settings. Knowledge and experience in program evaluation is highly desirable.

Specific Desired Qualifications for Science Content Emphasis

A competitive applicant for the science content emphasis will have a scholarly track record within her/his scientific discipline and have worked with teachers and/or students in formal or informal STEM education settings. Applicants with a Ph.D. in geology, chemistry, or physics, or a Ph.D. in biology with an emphasis in evolution or ecology are preferred.  

Interested applicants should review the BSCS web site (www.bscs.org) thoroughly and then send a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, and two separate one-page statements -- one on your philosophy of science education and one describing your most interesting and/or rewarding research experience to job@bscs.org no later than 15 November 2013. Please put “Science Educator-Scientist-Researcher1” in the subject line. Top candidates may be asked to supply additional information or materials, including references.

TT/T/Full in Science/Urban Education, Loyola Maryland

Assistant/Associate/Professor Science Education/Urban Education
Teacher Education

Essential Duties of the Position:
Teach undergraduate and graduate education courses (3/3 load); Collaborate with the Center for Innovation in Urban Education (CIUE); Advise undergraduate and graduate students; Seek external funding for science education or STEM initiatives; Collaborate with K-12 school personnel and Loyola University Maryland STEM faculty; Participate in scholarly activity; Engage in departmental, university, and community service.

Required Qualifications:
PhD or EdD in urban education, social justice education, social foundations of education, educational studies, science education (physics education, biological education, chemistry education are included), or STEM education  (candidates with a PhD or EdD in urban education, social foundations of education, or educational studies must demonstrate significant course work in science education, science teaching experience, and/or a masters degree in science education or STEM education); Documented evidence of scholarly potential and/or production; Knowledge of STEM initiatives and development of STEM programs; Knowledge of national trends in science education including but not limited to the Next Generation Science Standards; Minimum three years K-12 science classroom teaching experience (preference will be given to teaching experiences in an urban context);

Ability to teach courses in a variety of areas of education (social foundations of education, urban education, action research, science education); Ability to teach science methods courses for elementary education majors;

Commitment to improving urban education through research, community engagement & practice; Familiarity with Maryland certification requirements and standards related to science education; Demonstrated ability to build relationships in urban communities; Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching and teamwork; Possess commitment to the Jesuit mission in higher education

Desired Qualifications:
College level teaching experience; Experience in grant writing related to science education, STEM education, and/or urban education; Experience coordinating science education or STEM programs in urban schools and communities;  Possess effective leadership skills.

For more information about this position, and to apply, please go to https://careers.loyola.edu to complete the online application.  Electronic submission of a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, a list of three references, and a scholarly writing sample is required and may be attached at the appropriate prompt on the application.  Paper applications will not be accepted.
Questions about this position can be directed to Robert Simmons, Ph. D., Chair, Science Education/Urban Education Search; Teacher Education Department; Loyola University Maryland; 4501 North Charles Street; Baltimore, MD 21210-2699 (rwsimmons@loyola.edu).  Review of submitted materials will begin immediately.  Priority will be given to those who complete their submission by January 1, 2014.

Apply Here: http://www.Click2apply.net/k2mkbnc

TT in Science Education, Sonoma State CA

The School of Education at Sonoma State University invites applications for a tenure track position in Curriculum Studies and Secondary Education with an emphasis on Secondary Science Education, beginning August 2014. Candidates must have an earned doctorate at the time of appointment in science education or a closely related field and a demonstrated commitment to science teaching and learning at the secondary level. Candidates with a strong background in science education in middle and high school classroom settings, expertise in educational technology and/or learning technologies, and a theoretical grounding in curriculum and teaching are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities include teaching in the secondary credential program and the graduate program in curriculum and instruction. Salary range: $59,000 - $64,000. Applications must be submitted electronically by November 29, 2013. Please review a full description of the position and qualifications at (http://www.sonoma.edu/aa/docs/poas/tt/POA%20103653.pdf).

Sonoma State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to the principle of diversity.  We seek a broad spectrum of candidates including members of underrepresented groups.

(2) TT in Science Education, Northern Arizona U, Flagstaff

Assistant Professor in Science Education
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ

Special Information:
The Center for Science Teaching and Learning (CSTL) in the College of Engineering, Forestry, and Natural Sciences at Northern Arizona University seeks TWO dynamic and innovative tenure-track scholars at the assistant professor level in science education. NAU is committed to strategically increasing its capacity to provide local and national leadership in science education through innovative undergraduate and graduate programs, professional development, and scholarship.Job

Description:
Responsibilities include teaching science education courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels including team teaching in the NAUTeach program; scholarly activities in science education; supervision of teacher candidates; graduate student advising; and faculty service.Minimum

Qualifications:
An earned doctoral degree in science education or closely related field (degree conferred by 08/18/14).
At least one year of middle or secondary science teaching experience as the instructor of record.

Preferred qualifications:
Experience teaching at the post-secondary level.
A demonstrated potential for a productive research program.
Strong science content preparation.
Three or more years experience in teaching science at the middle or secondary level.
Demonstrated commitment to working with pre-service and in-service teachers.
Experience with educational technologies in the science classroom.
A demonstrated ability in developing and maintaining collaborative school partnerships.
A demonstrated commitment to diversity.

General Information:
The CSTL offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in science education for pre-service and in-service science teachers. The Center is comprised of seven full-time faculty members and five professional development coordinators who design and implement programs in science education across the state. As the home of the highly regarded NAUTeach program, the CSTL is responsible for the recruitment, advising, and student teaching placement and supervision of secondary science and mathematics pre-service teachers. Housed in the College of Engineering, Forestry, and Natural Sciences (CEFNS), the Center offers unique opportunities for collaborations with science faculty. We are a vibrant, growing, and creative Center dedicated to improving science education across the state and the nation.

Northern Arizona University has a student population of about 26,000 at its main campus in Flagstaff and at about 30 sites across the state. Committed to a diverse and civil working and learning environment, NAU has earned a solid reputation as a university with all the features of a large institution but with a personal touch, with a faculty and staff dedicated to each student's success. All faculty members are expected to promote student learning and help students achieve academic outcomes. While our emphasis is undergraduate education, we offer a wide range of graduate programs and research. Our institution has carefully integrated on-campus education with distance learning, forming seamless avenues for students to earn degrees.

Nestled at the base of the majestic San Francisco Peaks, NAU's historic Mountain Campus is located on 738 acres in Flagstaff, a friendly city with a population of about 67,000. Located about 140 miles north of Phoenix at the intersection of Interstate 17 and Interstate 40, Flagstaff is surrounded by the natural beauty and cultural riches of the Colorado Plateau. With its elevation of 7,000 feet and four-season climate, Flagstaff is ideal for year-round outdoor activities. Nearby attractions include the Grand Canyon, Lowell Observatory, Oak Creek Canyon, Sedona, Monument Valley, Sunset Crater, Meteor Crater, and Arizona Snowbowl.

Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, an employment history verification and a degree verification (in some cases) prior to employment. You may also be required to complete a fingerprint background check. Additionally, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States.

Application Procedure:
Please submit 1) a letter of application, 2) a curriculum vitae, 3) a statement of teaching interests and philosophy, 4) a statement of research interests and plans for scholarly activity, 5) graduate transcripts (unofficial), and 6) three confidential letters of reference. Materials should be sent to cstl@nau.edu as pdf files only. Address questions to Dr. Ron Gray, Search Committee Chair ( ron.gray@nau.edu, 928-523-3628) or Dr. Pradeep Dass, Director, CSTL ( pradeep.dass@nau.edu, 928-523-7120) or visit the Center's website at http://nau.edu/cefns/cstl/. Vacancy number: 600549.

Application Information
Contact: Ann Archuleta
The Center for Science Teaching and Learning
Northern Arizona University
Phone: 928-523-1709
Fax: 928-523-7953
Online App. Form: http://hr.nau.edu/node/2796&job_req=600549
Email Address: cstl@nau.edu

T in Science Education, UT San Antonio

The Department of Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Texas at San Antonio (COEHD@UTSA.EDU), a recognized Hispanic-serving institution, invites applications for an Associate Professor of Curriculum and Instruction/Science Education beginning Fall 2014.

Responsibilities include: (a) teaching both graduate and undergraduate courses that are offered at the UTSA Main Campus, the UTSA Downtown Campus, and on public school campuses; (b) advising graduate students; (c) serving on thesis and doctoral committees; (d) conducting an active program of research; (e) obtaining external grant funding;  (f) providing service and leadership to department, college, university, and community constituencies in the area of Curriculum and Instruction/Science Education or a related area; and (g) active service and leadership in professional organizations at the local, state, and national/international levels.

Required Qualifications: (a) earned doctorate with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction/Science Education or related area; (b) a minimum of 18 graduate hours in science content; (c) experience related to culturally and linguistically diverse populations; and (d) evidence of research and publication record commensurate with position. Applicants for Associate Professor must meet the university's criteria for promotion and tenure at the associate level.

Preferred Qualifications: (a) knowledge of current and emerging research methodologies, techniques, and theories in Curriculum & Instruction/Science Education or related area; (b) graduate level coursework in the physical sciences; (c) expertise in quantitative research methodology; (d) university teaching and supervising/mentoring experience; (e) experience with instructional technology; (f) evidence of external funding; (g) experience working with doctoral students; and (h) evidence of teaching in an EC-12 school.

Initial Review: Qualified applicants must submit an application letter specifically addressing this position and the required and preferred qualifications; current curriculum vita; 1-2 page research agenda; minimum of 3 published, peer-reviewed articles; official transcript from terminal degree institution; and names, addresses, emails, and telephone numbers of three references. Review of completed applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or closed.

All applicants for this position should send application materials to: Dr. Mari Cortez, Chair, Department of Interdisciplinary Learning and Teaching, The University of Texas at San Antonio, One UTSA Circle, San Antonio, TX  78249-0654. Electronic submissions are encouraged and should be sent to iltsearchcommittee@utsa.edu.

UTSA is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents approval. Applicants who are selected for interviews must be able to proof that they will be eligible and qualified to work in the United States by time of hire.

For more information please visit http://education.utsa.edu/interdisciplinary_learning_and_teaching.
Position is open until filled.

(2)TT/T in STEM Education, U Texas Austin

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction, at The University of Texas at Austin, invites applications for two tenure-track positions in our STEM Education program, to begin Fall 2014. One position will be at the Assistant Professor level and the other position will be either at the Assistant or Associate level.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A doctorate in STEM Education, Mathematics or Science Education, Learning Sciences,
• or related field
• Demonstrated excellence or potential for excellence in research and teaching

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to teach Elementary Math and/or Science Methods
• Ability to teach in the UTeach program, a secondary level teacher preparation program
• Ability to teach Quantitative Research Methods courses at the graduate level
• Funded or externally fundable research program
• Relevant teaching experience (K -12)

Areas of research specialization are open, but we anticipate that at least one position will focus on either elementary science and/or math. Additionally, we would value colleagues with expertise in research on teacher education, bilingual education, or use of technology in teaching and learning. Above all, we seek talented scholars to join a faculty committed to innovative and socially responsive research and teaching in graduate and undergraduate programs in STEM Education with strong ties to the College of Natural Sciences and the School of Engineering, over 50 full-time graduate students, two nationally recognized teacher certification programs, a large and well-funded Center for STEM Education, and a location in a diverse, rapidly growing, urban setting.  These positions offer a unique combination of opportunities for interdisciplinary inquiry, design-based research, program development, and impact on schools across the region and the nation. The successful candidates will join an active STEM Education faculty with a strong commitment to issues of equity in education, effective and innovative learning technology, and field-based teacher education.

 Please submit a cover letter addressing the required and preferred qualifications, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and research interests, and three letters of recommendation to the following email address: annford@austin.utexas.edu. In the subject line or body of the email please indicate that the materials are intended for the attention of: Search Committee Chairs for STEM Education, Dr. Catherine Riegle-Crumb and Dr. Jill Marshall.

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2013. Applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled.

Background check conducted on applicant selected.
The University of Texas at Austin is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

TT/T in Science Education, Old Dominion University, VA

Old Dominion University’s Department of STEM Education and Professional Studies seeks applications for a full-time assistant or associate professor (10 month appointment with opportunity for summer employment), beginning August 2014. The candidate for this position should expect to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in science education. Responsibilities include advising students, mentoring master’s and doctoral students, conducting research to obtain external funds, producing scholarly publications, presenting research findings, being active in national/international professional associations, and contributing to the university’s service mission. Prior teaching experience in elementary and/or secondary science is desirable, as is work in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) integration. The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

A Ph.D. or Ed.D. is required of applicants in science education or a related area with a strong foundation in science education to enable the candidate to specialize in this area of teaching and research. The position requires the ability to teach pre-service elementary, middle, and secondary science teachers, as well as advanced courses for doctoral students. The candidate should have the ability to teach in face-to-face and distance learning modes. The successful candidate will demonstrate the capacity to publish in national/international refereed journals, successfully secure external funding, and be active in national/international science education research professional organizations. The successful candidate should have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, and participation in program governance and decision-making. Candidates who have experience with and/or commitment to working in multicultural settings are preferred.

The position will be located at the Norfolk Campus. Old Dominion University is located in historic Norfolk, Virginia; the 188 acres of the Old Dominion University campus stretch from the Elizabeth River to the Lafayette River. Although situated in a metropolitan setting, the University offers a small-college look and feel, with tree-lined walkways, a mix of old and new buildings, and colorful gardens and ponds. Founded in 1930 as a division of the College of William and Mary, Old Dominion has grown into its own over the years and is now one of only 101 public universities with a Carnegie/Doctoral Research-Extensive distinction. The Department of STEM Education & Professional Studies (STEMPS) is one of six departments in the Darden College of Education. The STEMPS department has twenty full-time faculty members and offers the Bachelor of Science degree, Master of Science degree, Master of Education degree, Educational Specialist, and Ph.D. in Education. Additionally, the department has just implemented a math and science teacher preparation program that is the first U-Teach replication program in Virginia.

Review of applications will begin November 8, 2013 and continue until the position is filled. A complete application will contain a cover letter, vita, and contact information for three references. Send applications to Dr. Ginger S. Watson, Interim Chair, Department of STEM Education and Professional Studies, Education 228, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA 23529, phone: 757.683.4305, fax: 757.683.5227, e-mail: gswatson@odu.edu.

TT in Science Education, Wake Forest NC

Wake Forest University's Department of Education invites applications for a tenure-track position in Science Education at the Assistant Professor level, beginning July 2014.
We are interested in teacher-scholars with at least 2 years of successful secondary science teaching; a strong research agenda with an emphasis in Science Education. Teaching includes secondary and elementary science methods at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, and supervision of student teachers. Candidates must have completed their doctoral degree by August 2014 and demonstrate teaching excellence.
Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution dedicated to academic excellence in liberal arts, graduate, and professional education. Founded in 1834, the University is ranked among the top twenty-five national universities. With 4,700 undergraduates and 2,500 graduate and professional students, the student-faculty ratio is 11:1. Wake Forest is a collegiate university offering a vibrant intellectual community with a rich cultural life, an impressive array of facilities and an active athletics community.  The University has a deep institutional commitment to public service and engagement with the world, as indicated by the motto pro humanitate. For quick facts about the University, go to http://www.wfu.edu/visitors/quickfacts.html.
Wake Forest is located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina part of the beautiful Piedmont Triad metropolitan region which has a population of more than 1.5 million and is listed among the top 35 best places to live in North America by Cities Ranked and Rated. Known as the state's City of the Arts, Winston-Salem offers a vast array of arts experiences ranging from music venues to galleries to theatre and film festivals. The city is also ranked among the top 50 US cities for affordability on national surveys.
Wake Forest University welcomes and encourages diversity and seeks applicants with demonstrated success in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer students richly varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
Applicants should submit a single PDF containing a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and teaching philosophy in OpenHire. Send two confidential letters of recommendation to recoltr@wfu.edu.  Cover letters may be addressed to Dr. Adam Friedman, Chair of the Search Committee. Deadline for receiving applications is Monday, November 4, 2013.  Wake Forest University is an EEO/AA employer. For complete details and to apply, go to https://wakejobs.silkroad.com or call (336) 758-4700.