Assistant Professor - Leadership, Technology, & ...

About Us As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values. Blazer Creed Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University. Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well-being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help. As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship. Job Summary The Department of Leadership, Technology, & Workforce Development in the Dewar College of Education and Human Services seeks applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in Qualitative Research Methods beginning August 1, 2026. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the candidate's area of expertise, creating and publishing scholarly works, and providing service to the department, college, and university. The department strives to develop practitioners and researchers who are knowledgeable and skilled in improving learning organizations in our region and beyond. We offer three different doctoral degrees, three education specialist degrees, five master's degrees, two undergraduate degrees, and a variety of certificate and teaching endorsement programs for P-12 school, corporate, government, and higher education professionals. Review of completed applications will begin February 23, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For more information, please contact Dr. Steve Downey, Department Head, at or phone 229-333-5633 . Application materials should include the following: CV Letter of interest List of at least three professional references with contact information Unofficial transcripts Based on the recent Proclamation: Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B) , VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice. Responsibilities Department Summary Teaching graduate courses in research design and methods using a variety of modalities (face-to-face/hybrid/online); advising graduate students; leading graduate student research; serving on dissertation committees as a member, researcher and/or chair; contributing to program assessment and leadership as needed; maintaining scholarship productivity; and participating in service at the department, college, and university levels. Typical Allocation of Duties : Teaching and scholarship - 80% Teaches classes and conducts/presents research in the employee's academic discipline. Service - 20% Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels. Required Qualifications Doctorate in Research Methods, Evaluation & Measurement, or a related educational field by appointment date Experience teaching research design and qualitative research methods courses Experience teaching and developing online courses and infusing technology in the delivery of instruction Experience with and/or record of research productivity or other scholarly activity Experience teaching in a higher education setting Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, as well as scholarship Preferred Qualifications Experience serving as chair or research methodologist on doctoral dissertations Ability to lead department/program initiatives and work effectively in a collaborative setting Proposed Salary Commensurate with experience USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at . Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at . Conditions of Employment Applicants are required to provide: professional references with current contact information documentation of academic credentials employment history Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to: ask c andidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment, view social media outlets, and remove job postings without additional notification. Employment is contingent upon: successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check reference checks Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position: satisfactory credit check successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) pre-employment drug testing confirmation of credentials After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training: New employee orientation VSU's Annual Compliance Training: USG Ethics Policy Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy Drug Free Workplace Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Motor Vehicle Policy Workers Compensation (new hires) Georgia Open Records Act (new hires) USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly) Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving Equal Employment Opportunity Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. 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Created: 2026-03-10