Description

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2026 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 08/22/2025 Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit all the following:

1. A letter of interest that addresses qualifications in the areas detailed below. This should include a description of the applicant's (a) program of research, (b) experiences and interests in teaching, and (c ) past successes in obtaining and future plans to pursue external funding for research support.
2. A statement of research and how their research interests contribute to the field of qualitative research and/or evaluation methodologies.
3. A curriculum vitae.
4. Sample publications (maximum 3), combined and uploaded as one pdf.
5. Three (3) letters of recommendation along with the contact information of the individuals providing professional reference.
6. Unofficial transcripts.

Questions may be addressed to the search committee chair, Dr. Melissa Freeman: freeman9@uga.edu

Applications received by October 3, 2025, are assured of full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Note: Official transcripts will be required only from finalists.
Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement
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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assistant Professor FLSA Faculty Rank Assistant Professor Contract Type Academic (9 mo.) Tenure Status Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate (Ph.D. or similar) at the time of employment with a specialization in Qualitative Methods, Evaluation, or a closely related field.
Position Summary
The Qualitative Research Program in the Department of Lifelong Education, Administration, and Policy at the University of Georgia invites applications for the position of tenure track Assistant Professor with expertise in Qualitative Research and/or Evaluation Methodologies to begin in August 2026.
Additional Requirements

• Evidence of promise of moving towards a strong record of scholarly research that advances methodology in the fields of qualitative research and/or evaluation. This includes an active record of scholarship and productivity in terms of peer-reviewed publications in academic journals and professional presentations commensurate with experience.
• Evidence or strong potential for seeking and attracting external funding. Evidence of potential may include success with small-scale proposals, training/preparation relative to seeking external funds, and research in novel and high-interest areas for funding sources.
• Evidence or the promise of teaching graduate courses and mentoring students, either as an instructor of record or as a teaching assistant. Evidence may include a record of presentations and training, course evaluations, informal mentoring in terms of working with others on projects.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and delivery of coursework for on-campus courses, as well as the online Graduate Certificate in Interdisciplinary Qualitative Studies.
• Teach the equivalent of two graduate-level courses per semester.
• Maintain an active research agenda.
• Demonstrate effectiveness in teaching and advising, and mentor students in the Ph.D. degree in Qualitative Research and Evaluation Methodologies, as well as serve as methodologist on doctoral committees throughout the University.
• Actively seek external funding.
• Participate in faculty governance and professional service.

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Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
3. Resume/CV
4. Sample Publications
5. List of References with Contact Information
6. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents