Faculty Positions in Information Science & Learning Technologies, iSchool at University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
Posted January 6, 2015
Two Tenured / Tenure Track Faculty Positions in Information Science & Learning Technologies
Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor Rank School of Information Science & Learning Technologies iSchool at University of Missouri
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The mission of the School of Information Science & Learning Technologies (SISLT) is to improve the professional practice of information specialists and learning technologists; advance research on information, learning, and performance; disseminate knowledge, products, and services to improve the quality of life for all; and advance the economic well being of Missouri and the Nation. As a member of the iSchool consortium (http://ischools.org), SISLT faculty share the common fundamental interest of all iSchools in investigating and disseminating knowledge about the relationship between information, people, and technology. This fundamental interest is reflected in the number and depth of collaborations among the SISLT faculty, and with other academic and administrative units at the University of Missouri.
We are searching for two faculty members to join our team who share our commitment to research, teaching excellence, exceptional service to students, and continuous quality improvement in an environment of civility and respect. Applicants should provide evidence of expertise in one or more of the following key areas:
- Human Centered Computing
- Cognitive Tools for Learning
- Gaming for Learning
- Learning Analytics and Big Data
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctorate in a relevant field, by the time of appointment
Candidates will be evaluated on the following factors
- Competency in advancing and researching innovative systems
- Ability to conduct or collaborate on an externally funded program of research and scholarship
- Ability to teach graduate courses, consistent with program and SISLT instructional needs
- Ability to advise and provide research supervision to graduate students, and serve on dissertation committees for other students within SISLT
About SISLT
The School offers MS and Ed.S. degrees in Educational Technology, MA degree in Library Science, and a Ph.D. degree in Information Science and Learning Technologies. SISLT received the Outstanding Mature Program Award in 2012 for its online master’s degree program in Educational Technology from the University Professional and Continuing Education Association, Central Region. SISLT faculty maintain active, funded research programs in areas including Cognitive Tools for Learning, Human Centered Computing, Games for Learning, Information Policy, Information Behavior, Library Science, Privacy, Learning Analytics, and Social Computing.
Many of our projects are housed within the Allen Institute (http://alleninstitute.missouri.edu), a physical space that supports SISLT faculty, staff, and students in research and development activities. Also, the Information Experience Lab (IE Lab) is a usability laboratory in the Allen Institute that conducts research and evaluates technology. The IE Lab offers SISLT students an authentic opportunity to engage in usability testing and information behavior research of websites and software for on-campus, statewide, and global clients. SISLT is one of five academic units within the College of Education, all of which promote continuous improvement as one of the college’s core values.
About MU
MU, the flagship institution in the University of Missouri System, has nearly 34,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is a member of the American Association of Universities, a state land grant institution and a RU/VH: Research University (very high research activity) as designated by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
Salary
Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Appointment
Tenure-track, nine-month appointment beginning September 1, 2015
To Apply
Apply on-line at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic/index.php. Upload (a) a letter of application in which candidates describe in detail their qualifications for the position, (b) research statement, (c) 2 sample scholarly artifacts, (d) evidence of teaching effectiveness (course syllabi, student evaluations, chair/advisor/peer reviews) (e) evidence of experiences in generating external funding, and (f) names and contact information for three references in the Attachments section of the application. Your CV must be uploaded in the Resume/CV and Cover Letter section.
Please contact Dr. Sean Goggins, Search Committee Chair, [email protected] or (484) 683-5037 for questions about the position.
Beginning Review Date
Formal review of applications will begin January 15, 2015 and continue until the positions are filled.
An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer
Women, minorities and disabled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. To request ADA accommodations, please contact the Dean’s Office at 573-882-5124.