Associate Professor of Research Methodology & Doctoral Program Coordinator

Prairie View A&M University

Associate Professor of Research Methodology & Doctoral Program Coordinator

Job Title
Associate Professor of Research Methodology & Doctoral Program Coordinator

Agency
Prairie View A&M University

Department
Ed Leadership & Counseling

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Prairie View, Texas

Job Type
Faculty

Job Description

Prairie View A&M University invites applications to apply for the position of tenured, Associate Professor of Research Methodology, and Doctoral Program Coordinator within the Department of Educational Leadership and Counseling (ELAC). The successful candidate will teach graduate research courses in the Ph.D. program in Educational Leadership, contributing to the preparation of educational leaders who will become scholar practitioners. The Associate Professor of Research Methodology, and Doctoral Program Coordinator will serve as the coordinator for the Ph.D. in Educational Leadership program.

The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.



Responsibilities:



Teaching and Instruction

• Teach graduate-level courses in educational research methods, qualitative and quantitative research design, data analysis, and program evaluation for doctoral students.
• Deliver instruction at multiple locations including the Prairie View campus, Northwest Houston Center, and/or online platforms.
• Develop and maintain current, engaging course materials that reflect best practices in educational research.
• Mentor doctoral students in their dissertation research and scholarly development.
• Facilitate mini-mester courses designed for accelerated learning experiences.

Scholarly Activities

• Engage in scholarly research and publication in educational leadership and research methodology.
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues on research projects and grant proposals.
• Present research findings at professional conferences and meetings.

Service and Professional Engagement

• Serve on departmental and college committees as assigned.
• Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Advise doctoral students on academic and professional matters.
• Maintain active involvement in professional organizations related to educational research and leadership.
• Support recruitment and retention efforts for the doctoral program.

Required Education and Experience:

• Earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership, Educational Research, Curriculum and Instruction, or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• 3-5 years of experience teaching graduate-level courses in educational research methods or related areas.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative research methodologies.
• Record of scholarly publications in peer-reviewed journals, grant procurement, and/or sponsored programs.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating doctoral level degree programs.
• Knowledge or experience within the Research I Institution context.
• Strong knowledge of research design, statistical analysis, and current research software (e.g., ATLAS.ti, MAXQDA, SPSS, NVivo, R, SAS).
• Expertise in dissertation advising and mentorship of doctoral students.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with learning management systems and online teaching platforms.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching and student success.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Record of successful grant acquisition and management.
• Experience with mixed-methods research approaches.
• Background in educational leadership practice (e.g., K-12 administration, higher education leadership, education policy).
• Demonstrated ability to teach in flexible formats, including evenings, weekends, and intensive sessions.
• Evidence of mentoring students from various backgrounds to successful degree completion.

Job Posting Close Date:

• Until Filled

Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae

• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines:

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.

The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements:

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.

PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!

Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730.








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