Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting NumberF0519PWorking TitleAssistant Professor - Learning, Design, & Technology (CIS)DepartmentCOE Career & Information StudiesAbout the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia (UGA), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (http://www.uga.edu/). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Department of Career and Informaton Studies at the University of Georgia is an actve, innovatve, and collaboratve group of scholars focused on research, creaton, and use of technologies to enrich people’s lives in schools, workplaces, and communites of the future. We have a passion for designing, doing research, publishing research in top journals, and seeking external funds to support it. We believe in workplace civility and respect for each other’s opinions and views.We ofer M.Ed. and Ed.S. degrees focused on K-12 educaton, an M.Ed.
focused on instructonal design and development, an M.Ed. focused on research, and a Ph.D.

College/Unit/Department websitehttp://coe.uga.edu/directory/departments/career-informaton-studiesPosting TypeExternalRetirement PlanEmployment TypeEmployeeBenefits EligibilityBenefits EligibleUnderutilizationAdvertised SalaryAnticipated Start Date08/01/2020Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)Job Posting Date10/07/2019Job Closing DateOpen until filledYesSpecial Instructions to Applicants

Applicants should submit the following: (a) a letter of application that addresses both research and teaching (not to exceed 4
pages), (b) a curriculum vitae, © transcripts for all degrees earned and in progress (unofficial transcripts accepted initially, (d) two samples of scholarly writing, (e) Portfolio consisting of 2-3 examples showing applications of learning analytics to support learning/performance in various educational contexts, and (f) the names of three references. Official transcripts and letters of reference will be required only from finalists. Please direct inquiries to the search committee chair: Dr. Janette R. Hill at janette@uga.edu. Please note that this position is contingent on availability of funding. Applications received by November 1, 2019 are assured full consideration. We will continue to accept and screen applications until the position is filled. All materials should be uploaded electronically to www.ugajobsearch.com/postngs/124440

Location of VacancyAthens Area EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Position Details

Position Information

Classification TitleAssistant ProfessorPay GradeFLSAFaculty RankAssistant ProfessorContract TypeAcademic (9 mo.)Tenure StatusTenure TrackMinimum Qualifications

Terminal degree appropriate for the discipline

Position Summary

The Department of Career and Information Studies at the University of Georgia invites applications for a position as an Assistant Professor of Learning, Design, and Technology to begin August 2020. The position is a tenure-track, academic year appointment with the possibility of summer employment. We are looking for candidates who have a vision for the future of the field and the role of learning analytics to support learning/performance in various educational contexts (B&I, higher education, government, K-12).

The successful candidate will:
1. Have expertise in the application of learning analytics to support learning/performance and will provide evidence of emerging or established leadership in the development and use of learning analytics grounded in a strong theoretical foundation for learning;
2. Establish an innovative research program in learning analytics to support learning/performance and publish in top-tier refereed journals;
3. Design and teach courses focused specifically on the practice and application of learning analytics in various educational contexts as well as core courses in learning, design, and technology;
4. Establish and maintain interdisciplinary relationships with colleagues in related areas;
5. Contribute to currently funded projects;
6. Actively seek out new external funding to support the research goals of the program, department, college, and university.
Responsibilities:
1. Establish and maintain a program of scholarly research and publication;
2. Actively seek external grant opportunities to support scholarship;
3. Teach graduate courses;
4. Advise graduate students and supervise graduate student research;
5. Provide service to the college, university, profession, and public.

Additional Requirements

●A doctorate in Learning, Design, and Technology or Instructional Technology, or a related area earned by the start date.
●Evidence (established/emerging) of expertise in learning analytics to support learning/performance in various educational contexts (B&I, higher education, government, K-12).

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

●At least one year of experience teaching at the graduate level face-to-face as well as in online environments.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

●Innovative research program in the area of learning analytics to support learning/performance in various educational contexts.
●Success with securing external funding.
●Leadership in current efforts and future directions of learning analytics to support learning/performance in various educational contexts.
●Record of ability to work collaboratively with faculty throughout the university on STEM-related projects or demonstrated potential.
●Demonstrated potential to establish and maintain collaborative relationships in various educational contexts.
●An active record of scholarship and productivity commensurate with experience.
●Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical DemandsIs this a Position of Trust?Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?NoDoes this position require a P-Card? NoIs having a P-Card an essential function of this position? NoIs driving a responsibility of this position?Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?NoDoes this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)NoCredit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Portfolio
4. Writing Sample
5. Unofficial Transcripts
6. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents