My overall career aspiration is to become a productive researcher in the field of Instructional Technology. Upon completion of my doctoral study, I may seek to secure a university faculty position that allows me to both teach and pursue my research interests. Alternatively, I may pursue a postdoctoral research fellowship to better prepare me for a faculty position in a highly rated research institution.
No matter which path I eventually choose, I have committed myself to the improvement of learning through developing practices with learning technologies, and constructing optimal learning environments in a technology-rich era. To achieve this goal, I will primarily focus on two areas. One area is technology integration including evaluation of interactive learning systems for student use and development of teacher's practices with technologies. Another focus is construction of authentic learning environments that foster student motivation and self-regulated learning.
In the long run, I aspire to use my research and scholarly expertise to influence decision-making regarding technology use in Chinese K-12 classrooms. My most ambitious and ultimate goal is to bring about positive changes to educational practices in China, and thus enable more meaningful learning as well as help nurture a generation of life-long learners.
The following are three sample positions that I would like to apply for:
Sample 1
University of Massachusetts at Amherst
School of Education
Educational Technology Assistant Professor, Tenure Track
Responsibilities:
- Teach, advise, and direct graduate students in the Educational Technology Master's degree program and doctoral students from a related discipline;
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to administer the Educational Technology program;
- Maintain an academic research program; initiate, lead and participate in externally-funded projects.
Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate in Education, with a focus on Instructional Technology, Communications and Media, Cognitive Psychology or closely related field;
- Substantial background in educational technology and media development;
- Teaching experience at the postsecondary level;
- Demonstrated potential for successful research and scholarship.
- Experience with pre-service and/or in-service teachers preferred.
- Relevant areas of research include, but are not limited to a) technology, professional development and school improvement b) technology and learning processes c) language, literacy, and technology d) issues of equity/multiculturalism and technology and e) design of technology tools for learning.
Interested applicants should send a curriculum vitae, letter of application, three letters of reference, transcripts, and samples of written work to: Search Committee (relevant position) c/o Zinnia Wu, School of Education, 124 Furcolo Hall, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003 or zinnia@educ.umass.edu. For more information about these positions and the School of Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, please visit our website at www.umass.edu/education.
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Sample 2
University of Utah
Department of Educational Psychology
Assistant/Associate Professor in Instructional Design and Educational Technology
The Department of Educational Psychology, University of Utah, is soliciting applications for a tenure track position at the advanced Assistant Professor or beginning Associate Professor level with primary responsibilities in its Instructional Design and Educational Technology (IDET) program. The IDET program offers graduate level training in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of technology-based instruction in educational contexts. It resides within a broader Learning Sciences program in the Department of Educational Psychology.
Responsibilities:
- Development and maintenance of an ongoing program of scholarly research related to instructional design, educational technology, and learning;
- Teaching of graduate level courses in instructional design and educational technology
- Advisement and supervision of graduate student masters theses and doctoral dissertations;
- Development of research funding proposals to appropriate national agencies and foundations;
- Collaboration with other faculty in the managing and administration of the Instructional Design and Educational Technology graduate program, and
- Participation in faculty governance at the department, college, and university levels. Teaching duties will include introductory and advanced courses in instructional design, evaluation and assessment in instructional technology, human-computer interaction, and other coursework as assigned by the Department Chair.
Qualifications:
An earned doctorate is required in Educational Psychology, Instructional Technology, Instructional Systems Technology, Educational Technology or related field. The candidate should have demonstrable expertise or specialization in theory-driven research on instructional design, educational technology, or learning. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong commitment to research on instructional design and application that is grounded in psychological theories of learning and cognition.
Setting:
The Learning Sciences program (of which the Instructional Design and Educational Technology program is a part) offers the Ph.D., M.S., and M.Ed. degrees through the Department of Educational Psychology, University of Utah. The Department also includes APA-approved doctoral programs in Counseling Psychology and School Psychology, as well as masters programs in Counseling and Statistics. The University of Utah is an urban research university situated in an unparalleled natural setting that provides a great variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. The Salt Lake Valley has a population of approximately 1,000,000 and is known for its diverse artistic and cultural activities. The University of Utah was established in 1850 and enrolls 25,000 undergraduate and 5,000 graduate students matriculated into seventeen colleges and professional schools, including a nationally recognized School of Medicine. Salt Lake City also hosted the 2002 Winter Olympic Games.
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Sample 3
Michigan State University
College of Education Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology and Special Education
Assistant, Associate or Full Professor
Fixed Term Appointments with a dual focus in technology and second language acquisition
MSU's College of Education seeks applications from qualified candidates to expand the College's research, outreach, and academic programs in China. The MSU College of Education faculty has a long history of scholarly activities in China and with Chinese educators. Most recently, the establishment of the US-China Center for Research on Educational Excellence further strengthened our connections with Chinese scholars and educators.
We are seeking two scholars for fixed term appointments. The successful candidates are expected to conduct research, teaching, and outreach in educational technology, with an emphasis on second language/foreign language education. They are also expected to seek external funding from a variety of sources to support their research activities.
Minimum qualifications:
- Earned doctoral degree,
- Record of scholarly activities in cross cultural/ international education,
- Fluent in Chinese and English,
- Experiences with multiple education systems, particularly that of China and the United States,
- Experiences relevant to the focus of the positions.
The appointments are full time, academic year, annually renewable appointments, up to three years. Summer teaching and research opportunities may also be available.
The positions are available to recent PhD graduates, but may also suit more senior faculty who are interested in a limited visiting appointment at the College for this unique experience. Therefore the rank is open, depending on the qualifications of the candidates. The appointment will begin as early as summer 06. The appointments are in East Lansing, Michigan; however, travel to China will be required to support research and teaching programs.
Interested applicants should send the following materials electronically: a letter of application addressing the position requirements, curriculum vita, names and Contact for three professional references, and examples of scholarly writing. Application materials should be sent to Dr. Yong Zhao, Search Committee Chair, in care of Lisa Payne at lapayne@msu.edu. Review of applications will begin February 13, 2006 and continue until suitable candidates are identified.
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