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Education: Full Professor Educational Research (Open Until Filled; Initial Review 01/26/18)

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Position description

The Education Department at the University of California, Santa Cruz invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Professor (Full) whose professional and research expertise lies in applying qualitative or quantitative research methods to equity and diversity issues in education. The department is particularly interested in candidates whose research agendas are clearly focused on improving educational access and opportunity for students from under-served populations, thus furthering the department’s focus on equity, diversity, and social justice. In addition, the successful candidate will serve as the next chair of the department; therefore, candidates with a history of successful administrative and leadership positions are especially encouraged to apply.

We seek scholars with evidence of an established and vigorous research program, a national and international reputation, a record of externally funded research grants or projects, capacity to develop research partnerships, and a record of publication and accomplishments equivalent to full professor rank. The successful candidate should be able to teach across the department’s programs (Undergraduate Minor, Master’s/Credential, and Ph.D.), advise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students, and work with students, faculty and staff from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. We are especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching, and service.

RANK: Professor

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience; academic year (9-month) basis

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Doctorate or equivalent foreign degree in education or closely related field; evidence of research, teaching, service, and administrative experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated record of excellence in research, publications, and extramural funding; demonstrated experience in university teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, including doctoral student supervision; administrative or leadership experience at the department, school, research center, college, or university level.

POSITION AVAILABLE: July 1, 2018.

TO APPLY: Applications are accepted via the UCSC Academic Recruit online system, and must include a letter of application, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, teaching evaluations (2 required, 1 optional), sample syllabi graduate level (1 required, 1 optional), sample syllabi undergraduate level (1 required, 1 optional), sample publications (2 required, 1 optional: 20-30 pages each), three confidential reference letters*, and a statement addressing contributions to diversity through research, teaching and/or service. Documents/materials must be submitted as PDF files.

Apply at https://recruit.ucsc.edu/apply/JPF00497 Refer to Position #JPF00497-18

*All letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. For any reference letter provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service, career center), direct the author to UCSC’s confidentiality statement at http://apo.ucsc.edu/confstm.htm

REVISED CLOSING DATE: Review of applications will begin on January 26, 2018. To ensure full consideration, applications should be complete and letters of recommendation received by this date. The position will remain open until filled, but not later than 6/30/2018.

UC Santa Cruz faculty make significant contributions to the body of research that has earned the University of California the ranking as the foremost public higher education institution in the world. In the process, our faculty demonstrate that cutting-edge research, excellent teaching and outstanding service are mutually supportive.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status. UC Santa Cruz is committed to excellence through diversity and strives to establish a climate that welcomes, celebrates, and promotes respect for the contributions of all students and employees. Inquiries regarding the University’s equal employment opportunity policies may be directed to: Office for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the University of California, Santa Cruz, CA 95064; (831) 459-2686.
Under Federal law, the University of California may employ only individuals who are legally able to work in the United States as established by providing documents as specified in the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Certain UCSC positions funded by federal contracts or sub-contracts require the selected candidate to pass an E-Verify check. More information is available here or from the Academic Personnel Office (APO) at (831) 459-4300.
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Application Requirements

Document requirements
  • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  • Letter of Application

  • Research Statement

  • Teaching Statement

  • Teaching Evaluations - (1 of 3)

  • Teaching Evaluations - (2 of 3)

  • Teaching Evaluations - (3 of 3)
    (Optional)

  • Sample Syllabi Graduate Level - (1 of 2)

  • Sample Syllabi Graduate Level - (2 of 2)
    (Optional)

  • Sample Syllabi Undergraduate Level - (1 of 2)

  • Sample Syllabi Undergraduate Level - (2 of 2)
    (Optional)

  • Sample Publication - (1 of 3) 20-30 pages each

  • Sample Publication - (2 of 3) 20-30 pages each

  • Sample Publication - (3 of 3) 20-30 pages each
    (Optional)

  • Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to diversity through research, teaching, and/or service.

Reference requirements
  • 3 letters of reference required

Job location

Santa Cruz, CA