Jobs at Montana State University

Dr. Ann Ellsworth
406-994-5793
ann.ellsworth@montana.edu

MSU’s Department of Education seeks applicants for a tenure-track position who can develop and teach graduate courses in educational leadership; liaise with public school teachers, leaders, education stakeholders, and professional associations; and conduct a program of research that focuses on educational leadership. We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a university community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from various backgrounds succeed.

The Department of Education at Montana State University (MSU) is inviting applications for Assistant Professor in Educational Leadership. This position is a tenure-track academic year appointment. Selected faculty will have responsibilities for teaching (50%), Research and other scholarly activities (40%), and service (10%). We seek individuals who work professionally and effectively with diverse individuals, possess effective interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills and are able to contribute positively to the academic success of the students and the mission of Montana State University.

We seek applicants who are able to develop and teach graduate courses in educational leadership; collaborate with public school teachers and administrators, education stakeholders, and professional associations; and conduct a program of research that focuses on educational leadership. We hope to attract applicants who can teach in a diverse university community and have demonstrated ability in helping students from diverse backgrounds succeed.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The Educational Leadership program develops and disseminates scholarship focused on leadership development, leadership practices and the improvement of schools serving rural and Indigenous communities. Faculty are expected to integrate scholarship, outreach, and teaching. The program offers a variety of graduate degrees in Educational Leadership (Master of Education, Education Specialist, Doctor of Education) as well as a Graduate School Superintendent Certificate and Doctor of Philosophy in Education with a focus on Educational Leadership.

The Department of Education prepares highly qualified professional educators and administrators through exemplary campus and distance-based programs and field placements in quality public and private schools. In addition, the department contributes to the state of Montana and the nation through the faculty’s active research and outreach efforts.

The mission of the College of Education, Health and Human Development (EHHD) is to prepare highly qualified professionals through exemplary programs, advance knowledge about education, health, and human development, and serve the people of Montana and the nation through outreach and practical application of its expertise. Our college is home to a wide variety of programs that fulfill Montana’s land grant mission of providing services to the people of Montana and beyond. Additionally:

Screening of applications will begin on October 13, 2024; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

In the “Other” field for Applicant Materials, please feel free to include an optional sample of your published work. This aspect of your application is not required to be considered for this position.

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.