The University of Texas Permian Basin invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Curriculum and Instruction. General responsibilities for this position include:
• Teaching online and on-campus graduate and undergraduate courses in curriculum and instruction • Engaging in scholarly research • Developing grants; advising students • Serving on and co-chairing master’s committees • Contributing to program development • Providing service to the department, college, university, and professional community • Other duties, as assigned
The University offers an excellent compensation package, which includes a broad range of employee benefits and a generous retirement program (TRS). We invite you to learn more at www.utpb.edu.
HOW TO APPLY:
All applicants must submit a UTPB electronic application in order to be considered. Link to job posting at the UTPB Careers site: https://utpb.peopleadmin.com/postings/2511.
Please include all required documents with your submission.
Unofficial transcripts of all college work are acceptable for purposes of the application. Official transcripts are required upon hire.
UT–Permian Basin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and underrepresented group members are encouraged to apply.
UTPB participates in e-Verify.
Required Qualifications:
• Earned doctorate in curriculum studies, curriculum theory, educational foundations, teaching and learning, or a closely related field from an accredited university; ABD considered if dissertation will be completed by the time of appointment • Potential for/demonstrated excellence in teaching • Demonstrated potential for scholarly publication • Experience and commitment to teaching and working with students from diverse populations • At least two years of experience in U.S. public schools • Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills • A willingness to participate in innovative educator preparation initiatives and partnerships with PK-12 schools and districts
Preferred Qualifications:
• Successful experience teaching at the university level • Potential for/demonstrated record of obtaining external funding • Experience with teacher preparation • Experience with mentoring graduate students and interest in and experience with grant submissions and development
Internal Number: F028P
About The University of Texas Permian Basin
The only university named after a geological formation, The University of Texas Permian Basin is a University of Texas System institution, which includes nine academic universities and six health institutions statewide. Surrounded by one of the largest oilfields in the country, UTPB is home to over 5,500 students and approximately 250 teaching faculty. Located in Odessa, Texas, the University has an impact of nearly $250 million on the regional economy and is recognized for its affordability, awarding roughly $15 million in financial aid annually. With 35 undergraduate and 18 graduate programs of study to choose from – as well as the flexibility of fully on-line undergraduate and graduate degree programs – the University consistently ranks among the top 5 Texas public universities for students employed or accepted in graduate/professional school within one year of graduation. At UTPB, you get it all: the small-campus feel with the might of The University of Texas System.
As a regional, comprehensive institution, The University of Texas Permian Basin serves a diverse community of students from the region, the state, and beyond. Through excellence in student-centered teaching, lear...ning, research, and public service, the University cultivates engaged citizens and impacts lives while advancing technology and the public interests of West Texas. The University aspires to be a vibrant student-focused center of excellence for learning, culture, and economic development, preparing students for leadership and success in a complex and changing world. We invite you to learn more about us at: www.utpb.edu.
The University of Texas Permian Basin values the great variety of intellectual and cultural perspectives that contribute to our success. We strongly believe that our future depends heavily on our ability to embrace diversity and leverage the strength of inclusion. The University prohibits unlawful discrimination against a person because of their race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation and gender identity. The University's commitment to equal opportunity extends its nondiscrimination protections to gender expression. The Office of Human Resources prohibits discrimination on the basis of a disability. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 432-552-2747. Note: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires The University of Texas Permian Basin to employ only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. New employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment.
UTPB participates in E-Verify.
