How to Apply

Applicants should send a cover letter that addresses their teaching interests, curriculum vitae (CV), and the names and contact information for three professional references through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/153069.  Please attach each of the above items to the submission.  Only electronic submissions will be accepted.  For additional information, contact Mr. Jonathan Larson, (313) 593-5090 or [email protected], Academic Program Manager, Educational Psychology Faculty Search. Review of applications will begin in early Fall 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Application Process:

Candidates should submit the following:

1. Cover letter summarizing how experience addresses position qualifications
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Statement of research agenda
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Unofficial copies of transcripts
6. Contact information for three professional references

Job Summary

The Department of Education in the College of Education, Health, and Human Services at the University of Michigan - Dearborn invites qualified candidates to apply for a full-time, tenure-stream Assistant Professor of Educational Psychology and Measurement position to begin September 1, 2025. We seek a dynamic, innovative professional to join our team of educators to advance our mission to provide a high-quality educational experience for our students rooted in strong academics, engaged learning, and clinical field experiences. The successful candidate will serve multiple programs within the Department of Education, teaching (online, face-to-face, or hybrid) graduate and undergraduate educational psychology courses in the teacher certification program for grade bands Birth to Kindergarten, PreK-3, 3-6, 5-9, and 7-12. The candidate may also teach doctoral courses in research methods and serve on dissertation committees. Other responsibilities will include research and publication, student advisement, service on college/university committees and professional organizations, and collaborative work with faculty and K-12 school colleagues in the culturally diverse communities of southeast Michigan. The candidate will be expected to have strong research skills leading to scholarly publications and to seek external funds to support research activities.

Required Qualifications*

• Earned doctorate in Educational Psychology and Measurement, Learning Sciences, Developmental Psychology, or a closely related field. Highly qualified ABD candidates will be considered at the instructor level.
• Potential for scholarship with a research agenda leading to scholarly publications.
• Experience in teaching in a culturally and linguistically diverse setting.
• Ability to utilize technology to support teaching and to teach online courses.
• Excellent oral and written skills.

Desired Qualifications*

• Evidence of 2-3 years of teaching experience, or the equivalent, working in a school setting in the United States, or equivalent experience.
• Experience teaching in a variety of formats, including online, hybrid, and face-to-face.
• Experience in teaching multilingual learners.
• Experience teaching at the university level. 
• Experience working with a variety of constituencies, including administrators, teachers, state department of education leaders, and community partners.
• Experience teaching and mentoring students seeking teacher certification.
• Commitment to cultivating trusting partnerships that support the recruitment and development of educators at the school, district, and community levels.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

The University of Michigan - Dearborn (UM-D) is one of three campuses of the University of Michigan. UM-Dearborn is a comprehensive university offering high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education primarily to residents of southeastern Michigan, and currently enrolls more than 8,000 students.  The campus is located on 200 suburban acres of the original Henry Ford Estate in the Greater Detroit Metropolitan area and is committed to creating positive changes in the region.  The Department of Education is part of the College of Education, Health, and Human Services (CEHHS) and offers bachelor's degrees (BA or BS) leading to teacher certification, instructional technology, and children and families.  At the graduate level, the department offers multiple master's degree programs for professionals in the field of education, an Education Specialist (Ed.S.), and a Doctorate in Education (Ed.D.). More details concerning the Department and the CEHHS may be found at: umdearborn.edu/cehhs.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.