Secondary STEM Education, Assistant Professor, Tenure Track

The Department of Curriculum and Instruction in the School of Education and Human Sciences at the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) invites applications for appointment to a 9-month tenure-track position at the level of Assistant Professor to begin August 2025. Salary and terms of appointment are commensurate with prior experience. A successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to human centered practices in education through their scholarship, teaching, and service/leadership. They should also have a demonstrated potential for engaging in high-quality research/scholarship.

Our Secondary Education program prepares teachers and teacher leaders who excel in fostering the development 6-12 students’ social/emotional and critical processing skills, with content area pedagogical expertise in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Sciences. This work is accomplished through research aligned practices that meet the evolving needs of today’s learners. We are situated within a diverse array of programs housed in the School of Education and Human Sciences, which also has additional programs in teacher education (including special education), school psychology, counseling, educational leadership and administration, human sciences, and more. Our faculty possess a strong commitment to scholarship, research, creative pursuits, community engagement, and service.

The successful candidate will engage in scholarly activities, including research publications, external funding, and professional presentations; teach graduate courses; supervise field experiences, advise graduate students and mentor graduate student research; and collaborate with area schools/agencies. Additional responsibilities include service to our program, department, school, university, the field of STEM education, and other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in STEM education (including Computer Science Education, Mathematics Education, Science Education, or Engineering Education)
• Experience with coursework appropriate to education as a discipline as well as to educator preparation licensure programs (e.g., theory, classroom management, pedagogy)
• Record of scholarly publications and presentations on topics related to STEM teaching and learning
• Strong interest in community, school, and classroom-based research.
• Demonstrated work in advancing access to quality education for all learners and/or the educators who serve them
• Prior work or interests in K-12 public education, including at least two years of teaching at the secondary (6-12) level

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in computer science education, computing systems, programming languages, artificial intelligence, and/or data science
• College/university teaching experience
• At least 3-5 years of teaching experience at the secondary (6-12) level
• Knowledge and background in integrated STEM related pedagogical advances and current trends and advancements in learning technology and its application in STEM classrooms
• Experience in developing and implementing innovative STEM curricula

UAB School of Education and Human Sciences

Situated in downtown Birmingham, Alabama, the UAB School of Education and Human Sciences is home to undergraduate and graduate programs in educator preparation, counselor education, community health and human services, and kinesiology. Our programs are accredited by relevant organizations and are staffed by world-class faculty. As part of a Carnegie Research 1 institution, faculty are nationally/internationally recognized scholars who pursue positive impacts through research, grants, and information dissemination activities. They integrate technology and exemplify best practices in teaching—making learning both engaging and rewarding. Through collaboration with our community partners, our programs provide frequent and early opportunities for field experiences, culminating in the kinds of internships that promote success in future employment. The UAB School of Education and Human Sciences’ innovative programs prepare our students well for the diverse world of today and tomorrow.

How to Apply

To be considered for candidacy, applicants should submit applications through the UAB People Admin online system using the link https://uab.peopleadmin.com/postings/23244.

Applicants must submit a letter of application (cover letter) addressing the position qualifications and responsibilities, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts for all college work, and the names, telephone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references.

Review of applicants will begin in November 2024 and continue until the position is filled. Priority deadline is November 22, 2024. Questions and nominations should be directed to the search committee chair, Dr. Paulette Evans (pgevans@uab.edu).

Nondiscrimination Statement

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.