Assistant/Associate Professor of Educational Leadership

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Posting Summary

Position Title Assistant/Associate Professor of Educational Leadership FLSA Department Division of Education & Counseling Job Summary

The Division of Education and Counseling at Xavier University of Louisiana invites applicants for a tenure track position in Educational Leadership at the Assistant/Associate Professor level beginning Fall 2027. This position is a unique opportunity for a dynamic individual with significant K-12 school leadership experience and expertise in educational leadership, focusing in qualitative and mixed methods research to shape the next generation of educational leaders at both the master's and doctoral levels. The ideal candidate will be a core contributor to our doctoral program, mentoring students through their dissertation research, while also preparing master's-level students for K-12 school leader Louisiana certification. We are looking for a colleague who can bridge the gap between theory and practice, ensuring our graduates are prepared for the complex challenges of modern educational settings.

Duties

• Teach doctoral-level courses in qualitative research methodology, including design, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Serve as a committee member, including dissertation chair for doctoral candidates, guiding students from proposal to final defense, with a particular focus on qualitative and mixed-methods research designs.
• Teach master's-level courses designed to prepare students for K-12 school leader certification, including curriculum development, school law, finance, management of personnel, supervision of assessment, and instructional leadership.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment for both the master's and doctoral programs, ensuring alignment with state and national standards (e.g., PSEL, NELP).
• Maintain an active research agenda and a record of scholarly publication.
• Demonstrate strong writing and editing skills, providing high-level feedback to students on their scholarly work.
• Engage in service to the department, college, and university.

The teaching load is 12 credit hours per semester, but can be reduced when hours are funded by a grant (6 hours max.).

Participation in service activities for the Department, the University, your discipline, and the community is also expected.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Ed. D. in Educational Leadership or related field.
• Strong commitment to teaching a full load of 24 credit hours per academic year.
• Serve on and Chair dissertation committees.
• Write and speak English proficiently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with teaching, as well as a strong publication record covering any special problem in education.
• Commitment to working successfully with a diverse student population; and
• Commitment to the mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.
• At least 5 years of K - 12 school leader experience in Louisiana.

Special Requirements Summary Work Hours

Full-Time

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F198P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date 08/02/2027 Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Date 09/21/2026 Application Review Date 09/21/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

How to Apply-Required Documentation:

Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier's online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials:

Enter required documentations here:

(1) A cover letter;

(2) a comprehensive CV;

(3) a statement of teaching philosophy;

(4) a statement of research philosophy; and

(5) at least three references who can provide letters of recommendation. Letters of Recommendation must be on letterhead, and signed and dated by the author.

Questions about the position should be directed to the committee chair, Dr. Renée Akbar at rvakbar@xula.edu.

Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The Department of Educational Leadership is especially interested in exceptionally well-qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching, and service to the diversity and excellence of the academic community. Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received before October 15, 2026 are assured consideration.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3971

About Xavier

About Xavier

About Xavier University of Louisiana

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier University of Louisiana's current enrollment is 3,419. Of these, 2,693 are undergraduates and 205 are graduate students enrolled in Masters and Doctoral programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition, there are 518 students enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, which offers the Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Doctor of Pharmacy. Xavier's student body is 80% African American, with approximately 37% from Louisiana, primarily from the New Orleans area. The balance comes from 42 other states, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and several countries.

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Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Research Philosophy

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts
• Media File
• Portfolio
• Other