Non-Tenure Track Faculty Position

The Department of Policy, Organizational, and Leadership Studies in the College of Education and Human Development at Temple University is seeking to fill a non-tenure track faculty position in Educational Leadership and Policy beginning August 2025. The compelling candidate will be able to fill key instruction needs by demonstrating deep knowledge and expertise in urban education, schooling, and school administration.  Ideally, the candidate for this position will have prior higher education teaching experience, prior school or school district leadership experience, and expertise in organizational leadership and change, education policy, urban education, and civic engagement. In addition to the aforementioned duties, the responsibilities of the position include advising master’s and doctoral students, chairing and serving on dissertation committees, and participating in department, college, and professional service activities.  

Qualifications: Required qualifications are an earned doctorate in education, educational leadership or administration, or a relevant field, and experience in teaching university-level courses. Experience as an administrator in a school district or school leadership organization, and administering executive-style education programs, is strongly preferred.  

Application Procedures: Applicants interested in the position should send electronic copies of a letter of application, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three references to edfac@temple.edu using the subject line “Non-Tenure Track ELP position.” (References will not be contacted until the final stage of the search process.) Questions about the position should be directed to Dr. Judy Stull, chair of the search committee, at judith.stull@temple.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

The Department: The Department of Policy, Organizational & Leadership Studies (POLS) prepares graduates for leadership roles in academic, organizational, and community settings. POLS recognizes the complexity of schools and communities and seeks to build/foster leaders and researchers that promote equity and access for all. We prepare and support leaders and learners who will analyze, develop, and sustain equitable policies and practices in schools and organizations. We prepare and support leaders who understand and value the strengths of urban communities, understand the importance of applied research and honor the multiple contexts of schools, education, and learners. We prepare and support leaders who understand how to engage the community and have the ability to lead and manage organizational change. We prepare and support leaders who focus on equity and who demonstrate an appreciation for and integration of diverse perspectives.

Our department, as a learning community, is composed of faculty with diverse perspectives that are mutually supportive scholars and practitioners with a range of areas of scholarly expertise and experiences working in and with organizations, schools, nonprofit organizations, and government entities. 

Program areas include: Adult & Organizational Development; Adult Learning, Training and Organizational Development; Higher Education; Educational Leadership (Jamaica) Educational and Organizational Leadership; Urban Education and Policy; Policy and Organizational Studies. Information about the department is available at https://education.temple.edu/pols.

Temple University is a public, four-year doctoral institution with very high research activity and a national leader in education, research, and healthcare. With approximately 30,000 students, Temple is a vital institution in the Philadelphia region and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, contributing significantly toward Pennsylvania’s economy each year. The university also has a strong global reach, with long-standing and vibrant campuses in Japan and Rome. In addition to its national and international presence, Temple has a strong commitment to the city of Philadelphia and other urban communities. The University places a high value on its urban location and on scholarship, teaching, and service that benefit local communities. Additional information about Temple University can be found at http://www.temple.edu. 

The College of Education and Human Development at Temple University was founded in 1919. Our prominent location in the heart of North Philadelphia provides students and faculty with the resources and opportunities of a large, diverse, and lively urban center. The College of Education and Human Development is committed to serving Philadelphia schools, local communities, and neighborhoods and has forged close partnerships with educators, community members, local leaders, and public officials in a variety of ways to enhance the quality and extent of education regionally and nationally, especially in urban locations.  The College of Education and Human Development strives to educate, support, and prepare learners and leaders to advance equitable systems and practices in schools and communities. Through research, teaching, service, and community partnerships, we create positive change in the city of Philadelphia, the Commonwealth, and beyond. Information about the college is available at https://education.temple.edu/.

Temple University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all in every aspect of its operations, including employment, service, and educational programs. The University has pledged not to discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin or ethnic origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or veteran status. Women and minoritized candidates are especially encouraged to apply. All prospective candidates must prove eligibility to work in the United States.  

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