Part-time Faculty, Teacher Education and Leadership Studies

Part-time Faculty, Teacher Education and Leadership Studies ===========================================================

Location: Youngstown, Ohio Job Type: Part-time Faculty Job Number: 202600031 Division: Academic Affairs Department Teacher Education -----------------

Opening Date: February 5, 2026 Closing Date: February 5, 2027 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit Status: Excluded from Any Bargaining Unit Salary Grade: PF

Additional Information ---------------------

Part-time faculty are pooled positions; appointments are made on an as-needed/rolling basis.

Description ------------

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Summary of Position --------------------

Teach Research Courses, providing in-depth knowledge and expertise in research methodology; serve as a methodologist for dissertation students, offering guidance and support throughout their dissertation journey; facilitate engaging and interactive classroom experiences, fostering a dynamic learning environment; collaborate with faculty members to enhance the curriculum and align it with industry best practices; stay abreast of current trends and developments in research methodology to continually enhance instructional approaches; provide timely feedback, assessment, and support to students, promoting their academic and professional growth.

Position Information --------------------

Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday. Teaching assignments will be remote for this program.

Responsibilities -----------------

• Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success.
• Responds to students in a timely manner.
• Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources.

An Institution of Opportunity -----------------------------

YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives. As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives.

YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge; and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development.

YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our intellectually diverse, accessible, and quality education.

Qualifications and Competencies -------------------------------

Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures:

• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• An earned doctoral degree in a relevant field, with a strong emphasis on research methodology;
• At least three years of experience in teaching and/or mentoring graduate-level students, preferably in a dissertation setting;
• Must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to effectively convey complex concepts.
• Passion for supporting doctoral students in their research journey and a commitment to their academic success.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.

Supplemental Information ------------------------

Please upload all transcripts as one PDF file.

At time of hire, all candidates must provide official transcripts. Official transcripts must be provided in an unopened, sealed envelope and must bear the embossed or raised college seal, date and Registrar's signature.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Application Questions ---------------------

1. Do you have an earned doctoral degree in a relevant field, with a strong emphasis on research methodology? Yes No

2. Do you have at least three years of experience in teaching and/or mentoring graduate-level students, preferably in a dissertation setting? Yes No

3. What is the highest level of education that you have attained? Did not complete high school. High school diploma/GED or equivalent Some college Associates degree Bachelors degree Masters degree Doctoral degree Post doctoral degree Juris doctor degree

4. Please describe your related experience, including information describing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.