George Mason University · 1 month ago
Assistant Professor of Education in Qualitative Research Methodology (Tenure-Track)
Fairfax, VA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior LevelGeorge Mason University is an innovative institution that prepares professionals in education and human development. The Assistant Professor of Education in Qualitative Research Methodology will teach graduate courses, mentor doctoral students, and support faculty research with methodological expertise.
Education
Responsibilities
Teaches courses at the graduate level in all course modalities (in-person, online) as assigned; and
Develops new courses in area of expertise, and supports teaching activities across graduate programs in the unit
Pursues research program and external funding, contributes to collaborative research efforts, and supports faculty research grants with methodological expertise
Mentors doctoral students
Serves as methodologist on doctoral dissertation committees
Supports graduate academic advising and career development; and
Supports units efforts to grow and promotes the unit and its programs
Qualification
Required
Must hold a doctorate in education or a closely related field, with a specialization in qualitative research methodology
Strong potential, or an established record, of outstanding university teaching. Evidence of a record of teaching and/or engaging diverse student populations as instructor of record or as a teaching assistant
Skills in curriculum development, innovative instructional methods, and use of technology in the classroom are essential as well as experience in multiple teaching modalities including face-to-face, online, and/or blended formats
Evidence of a strong record of scholarly research that advances qualitative research methodology, including peer-reviewed publications and professional presentations, commensurate with experience level
Evidence or strong potential for seeking and attracting external funding. This may include success with small-scale proposals, support of other faculty's work in seeking funding, training and preparation related to seeking funding, and research in high interest areas for funding sources
Must exhibit a commitment to academic advising and mentorship (e.g., guiding students through dissertation research)
Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a collaborative approach to working with colleagues and stakeholders
Preferred
Demonstrate a wide variety of qualitative methodological skills such as narrative inquiry, phenomenology, and grounded theory
Applied qualitative work in any area of educational expertise
Active involvement in professional organizations related to qualitative methodologies
Experience with a broad range of qualitative methods
Experience supervising graduate students and contributing to departmental and institutional initiatives
Evidence of supervision of student research projects, theses and/or dissertations
Prior involvement in professional organizations and a history of fostering collaborative research projects and community partnerships that demonstrates the ability to contribute to the broader academic and professional community
Record of successful external grant submissions
Record of professional involvement in national and international professional associations
Company
George Mason University
George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution.
Founded in 1957
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.68MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilNational Institute of Standards and TechnologyVirginia Innovation Partnership Corporation
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-04-03Grant· $0.2M
2023-08-03Grant· $0.07M
Leadership Team
Bassam Haddad
Director, Middle East and Islamic Studies Program
Ellen Laipson
Director, International Security Program
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