Florida International University
**Florida International University: Leading Innovation and Talent Development in Miami and Beyond**
Florida International University (FIU) stands as a premier public institution, fostering exceptional talent and innovation both locally in Miami and globally. Recognized for its Very High Research (R1) activity and a commitment to high social mobility, FIU harnesses its strengths in environment, health, innovation, and justice to promote unparalleled learner success in a diverse, dynamic city. Boasting two campuses and various centers, FIU serves over 56,000 students and has a robust network of 290,000 Panther alumni. Highlighting its academic excellence, U.S. News and World Report ranks multiple FIU programs among the nation’s best, including a No. 2 spot for international business. Furthermore, Washington Monthly Magazine acknowledges FIU among the top 20 public universities for its substantial contributions to the public good.
**Open Rank (Assistant or Associate) Professor in Educational Leadership**
The Department of Educational Policy Studies within the College of Arts, Sciences & Education (CASE) at FIU is seeking applications for an Open Rank (Assistant or Associate) Professor position, commencing in Fall 2025. This is a 9-month, tenure-track role.
FIU is looking for established scholars as well as early-career researchers with an active research agenda focused on K-12 leadership in urban settings. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a collaborative and innovative spirit, enhancing the department’s current faculty expertise and supporting CASE’s mission to address societal challenges through effective community engagement.
**Qualifications:**
– Earned doctorate in Educational Leadership or a related field
– Active research agenda and publication record in urban educational leadership and/or administration
– Proven experience with grant and external funding procurement
– Demonstrated collaboration with public K-12 school districts
**Preferred Qualifications:**
– Experience with programmatic leadership
– A non-traditional educational and/or experiential pathway to urban K-12 leadership
**Responsibilities:**
– Teaching graduate-level courses in educational leadership
– Supervising master’s and doctoral students
– Serving on and chairing dissertation and theses committees
– Guiding program development
– Participating in the procurement of external grants
– Maintaining a robust scholarship agenda commensurate with a tenure-track position at an R1 institution
The program offers the MS, EdS, and EdD in Educational Leadership, with a particular emphasis on preparing graduates for cross-cultural relationship building, especially in urban settings. Women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply to Job Opening ID 533367 at [FIU Faculty Careers](https://facultycareers.fiu.edu/) and submit:
1. A cover letter detailing your research trajectory and pedagogical approach
2. CV
3. One scholarly publication
Candidates will be asked to provide names and contact details for at least three references to be contacted by the search committee. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For any inquiries, please contact Daniel Saunders at dsaunder@fiu.edu.
FIU is part of the State University System of Florida and is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status
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