The Morgridge College of Education (MCE) at the University of Denver (DU) invites applications for a 9-month qualitative research faculty position in the Research Methods and Statistics (RMS) Program at the rank of Visiting Professor of the Practice to begin September 1, 2024.

The oldest and largest independent university in the Rocky Mountain Region, DU is in the city of Denver, which is an increasing ethnically diverse city according to the U.S. Census data. Situated in a vibrant metropolitan community, DU is committed to building and sustaining a culturally diverse faculty, staff, and student body, and advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. DU has high research activity and enrolls approximately 12,000 students in its undergraduate, graduate, and professional preparation programs. The MCE, a 65,000 square foot complex built in 2010, is in Katherine A. Ruffatto Hall and provides a flexible, innovative, and multidisciplinary learning environment. The MCE and Research Methods and Statistics (RMS) program are strongly committed to Diversity Equity Inclusion Justice and Accessibility (DEIJA).

The RMS faculty seek a colleague who can teach qualitative research and is passionate about developing strong leaders and practitioners across the fields of education, mental health, and research and information science. RMS is dedicated to preparing professionals who can use data as a tool for promoting social justice and the public good. RMS students learn advanced and holistic analytic skills for educational, social, behavior, and health research. A strong candidate will model educational and social equity through meaningful teaching, service, and scholarship activities commensurate with the visiting faculty line.

Position Summary

We seek a candidate with a proven record of excellence in teaching and mentoring/advising, and who values our mission of serving the public good. We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice, and Accessibility (DEIJA) through their teaching, service, and scholarship. The position requires an innovative and critical thinker capable of working within a dynamic environment

The faculty in this position will:

• Demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of qualitative methodologies in educational research and legal, ethical, and professional standards of practice
• Teach and support students across MCE's MA, EdD, and PhD programs-which provide comprehensive preparation in the areas of Research Methods & Statistics, Library and Information Science, Higher Education, Educational Leadership & Policy Studies, Curriculum & Instruction, Counseling Psychology, and School Psychology
• Demonstrate criticality, creativity, and excellence in conducting and disseminating qualitative research Essential Functions

Teaching: Teach courses as assigned at a range of 38-40 quarter credit hours demonstrating experience and versatility through engaging and rigorous pedagogical approaches. Serve on doctoral dissertation committees.

Service: Provide Program, Department, and College Service (e.g., support for program admissions and marketing, active participation in program/department/college meetings and retreats, updating program curriculum, serving on committees, and additional duties as needed).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with a variety of teaching methods.
• Outstanding teaching skills.
• Initiative and ability to work both independently and in a collaborative, collegial environment.
• Demonstrated experience interacting with diverse communities or evidence of a commitment to incorporate inclusive teaching methods and/or pedagogies to effectively engage broadly diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence, equity, and access in education.

• Exceptional bilities in scholarly and/or creative activities are needed as required by the department/center/school/college and position. Required Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in research methods, education, or a related field by the start of the appointment.

• Demonstrated expertise in critical qualitative methodologies (e.g., critical inquiry, critical ethnography, critical narrative inquiry, testimonio, critical phenomenology, critical grounded theory).
• Prior teaching of diverse students in higher education.

• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusions, justice, and accessibility (DEIJA) in education Preferred Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience teaching qualitative research methods courses at the higher education level.

• Prior experience serving on doctoral dissertation committees.
• Prior supervision of graduate student-led research (e.g., providing feedback on students' research designs, study implementation, or reporting).
• Prior experience using qualitative analysis software (e.g., Dedoose, NVivo). Working Environment

1. Standard office environment.
2. Unexpected interruptions occur often and stress level is moderate to high.
3. Noise level is quiet to moderate.

Physical Activities