Assistant/Associate Professor - QME Educational Statistics

Position Overview

The Department of Educational Psychology in the College of Education and Human Development at the University of Minnesota seeks to fill a tenure-track Assistant or tenured Associate Professor position. This individual will contribute to research, teaching, and service with a primary affiliation within the Quantitative Methods in Education program. We seek a scholar who is well-versed in the development and application of statistical methods in education research.

We are particularly interested in a scholar with evidence of, or the potential to develop, a nationally recognized research program that contributes to the interdisciplinary research environment of the Department, College, and University. Further, we seek an individual who has demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly as it relates to ensuring equitable opportunities for those who have been historically marginalized to learn, grow, and thrive across their lifespans.

This is a 9-month, full-time appointment located on the Minneapolis campus with a target start date of August 25, 2025.

Job Responsibilities

This position will be responsible to:

Research (40%)

• Develop and sustain a strong and coherent record of scholarship, pertinent to the development and application of statistical methods in educational settings.
• Maintain a commitment to securing external funds in support of their scholarly inquiry.
• Graduate Advising and

Teaching (40%)

• Mentor and advise graduate students.
• Teach undergraduate courses and graduate-level courses on topics such as multivariate statistics, Bayesian methods, causal modeling, quasi-experimental research designs, latent variable models, and/or statistical computing. Course assignment(s) will build on the individual's areas of expertise and research, with the department chair's discretion to assign.
• Develop and deliver courses in ways that effectively account for a variety of diverse backgrounds, communities, identities, and abilities.

Service (20%)

• Participate in Department, College, University, and other outreach and public engagement activities, including service on internal committees or task forces, and making presentations to external constituencies.
• Participate in the activities of relevant professional organizations in quantitative methods in education.

Required Qualifications for all applicants:

• An earned doctorate in educational psychology, psychology, statistics or a related field with emphasis in quantitative methods.
• Experience or demonstrated ability in teaching graduate courses in applied statistics.
• Preparation, training, and experience focused on the development and application of statistical methods in educational research or other related settings (e.g., nonprofit organizations, think tanks, industry).
• Experience and/or interest in working with diverse student populations or doing work in diverse communities.

Required Qualifications for applicants at the Associate level:

• Evidence of a strong and well-established programmatic line of research and resultant research productivity in the form of peer-reviewed publications, conference presentations and other relevant research products (e.g., book chapters).
• Established record of securing external sponsored funds.
• Evidence of leadership in the field (for example, serving on editorial boards of methodological journals, national/international professional committees, sponsored grant review panels).
• Experience mentoring and advising students at the graduate level.

Preferred Qualifications for all applicants:

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and collegially in Department, College, University, and community service and governance.
• Demonstrated ability to engage in interdisciplinary research.
• Experience seeking and/or securing external sponsored funds.
• Experience mentoring and advising students at the graduate level.

For applicants at the Associate or Full level:

• Strong record of teaching, mentoring and advising at the graduate level.
• Research in educational settings

About the Department of Educational Psychology

The Department of Educational Psychology provides training in the cognitive, emotional, and social learning processes that underlie education and human development across the lifespan, including: the psychological foundations of education, quantitative methods in education, the practice and science of counseling psychology, school psychology, and special education. Faculty and students provide leadership and consultation to the state, nation, and international community. The Department's scholarship and teaching enhance professional practice in schools and universities, community mental health agencies, business and industrial organizations, early childhood programs, and government agencies. www.cehd.umn.edu/edpsych

About the College of Education and Human Development

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest College at the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice. https://www.cehd.umn.edu/

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach the required PDFs listed below.

This position requires that you upload the following documents as PDFs:

1. cover letter
2. detailed curriculum vita
3. names and contact information of three professional references
4. three representative preprints or recent publications
5. a statement of teaching interests
6. a statement of research interests

The teaching or research statements should include prior and/or proposed contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Application Deadline: The initial screening of applications will begin on October 15, 2024.

Questions and Accommodations: For general questions about the application process, contact epsy-hr@umn.edu . To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612)-624-UOHR (8687).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.