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Post-docs at Vanderbilt

By JohnL on Jul. 26, 2008.

Vanderbilt University is inviting applications for post-doctoral fellows in the two year Postdoctoral Intervention Research Program in Special Education. Fellows will work closely with a faculty advisor in the Department of Special Education matched to their interests in intervention research and with Karen Harris, Project Director. The special education faculty at VU are nationally recognized as leaders in intervention research in special education (see http://peabody.vanderbilt.edu/Microsites/Academic_Department/Special_Education.xml for more information). Fellows are sought across the areas of Early Childhood, High Incidence (EBD/LD/ADHD and other struggling learners) and Severe Disabilities. Participating advisors include: Donald Compton, Stephen Elliott, Doug Fuchs, Lynn Fuchs, Steve Graham, Karen Harris, Mary Louise Hemmeter, Ann Kaiser, Craig Kennedy, Kathleen Lane, Joseph Wehby, Mark Wolery, and Paul Yoder. Fellows will be prepared to make a difference in intervention research though (1) intensive mentoring by appropriate faculty members and the Project Director, (2) additional rigorous training in research methods and the science of learning beyond that received in their doctoral programs and tailored to their individual interests in intervention research, (3) concentrated experiences in one or more currently funded intervention research programs, (4) participation in an Intervention Research Reading Group that will allow intense study of critical works on intervention research, and (5) experience in writing IES research proposals, writing for publication, and presenting at research conferences. Upon completing this postdoctorate, fellows will have begun to build a programmatic line of research that will have significant impact on practice and the field of special education.

Qualifications: Applicants should have a doctoral degree in special education or related area. Assistant professors as well as recent doctoral graduates are encouraged to apply.

Applicants should send a letter of application indicating their areas of interest in intervention research and relevant work, CV, and a list of references to Karen Harris (Karen.Harris @ Vanderbilt.edu). U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required. Start dates are flexible, beginning August, 2008. Applications will be reviewed as received. Vanderbilt University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. Members of under-represented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Asst prof at Hopkins

By admin on Jun. 3, 2008.

Johns Hopkins University
School of Education
Department of Special Education

Severe Disabilities and Autism
Assistant Professor Position

The School of Education invites applications for a special education faculty position in severe disabilities and autism. Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses, advising master’s and doctoral students, engaging in scholarly activity, participating in school and university committees, developing and coordinating partnerships with area school systems, and seeking external funding for creative initiatives.
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Missouri research position

By Janine Stichter on Jun. 2, 2008.

University of Missouri

Assistant Research Professor – Behavioral Disorders

The Department of Special Education, University of Missouri is seeking applicants for a grant funded Assistant Research Professor position within the Center for Effective Practices in Behavioral Disorders at the High School Level. The successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing day to day research activities among research school sites in Columbia and St. Louis schools. Twelve month salary will be commensurate with experience ($55,000- $64,000) with a stat date of August 1, 2008. The successful applicant will be eligible for annual renewal up to five years contingent on satisfactory job performance and continued federal funding.
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U of I department head

By JohnL on May. 21, 2008.

HEAD, DEPARTMENT OF SPECIAL EDUCATION
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT URBANA-CHAMPAIGN

Position: The Department of Special Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign seeks a full-time tenured Professor of Special Education, who is an established scholar with effective leadership and administrative qualities, to serve as Head of the Department. This is a tenure-track faculty position, with a time allocation of 50% research and teaching and 50% administration. As Head, this person will support a strong faculty and continue to recruit and support students at the graduate and undergraduate levels.

The College of Education at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is known for its groundbreaking research, innovative approaches to teaching, and service to the global community. The Department, consistently ranked fourth in Departments of Special Education in the nation by U.S. News and World Report (2008), is committed to the production and dissemination of new knowledge in special education, gifted education, and developmental disabilities through excellence in research, teaching, and service. Faculty and graduate students employ varied research approaches, work in diverse educational and community settings, and prepare educational professionals at graduate and undergraduate levels

Responsibilities: As Head of the Department, the successful candidate will be expected to support the mission of this highly regarded and internationally recognized department, which is to address critical issues related to the diverse needs of individuals across the life span. Research that parallels the department’s teaching and service activities is focused on the advancement of knowledge and improvement of practices that promote successful early childhood, school, and life outcomes for individuals with and at risk for disabilities and their families. An infrastructure to support access to sponsored projects exists within the College and enables faculty to competitively garner millions of dollars in external funds. This position also involves working in concert with a team of unit heads to collectively foster the achievement of the college mission.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in special education or a related field is required; teaching or related experience with individuals with special needs; demonstrated administrative leadership skills; and a record of scholarly contributions, service to the profession, and experience in securing external support that is commensurate with the position of full professor. Other highly desirable skills are administrative experience in higher education, experience in personnel preparation, a record of collaborative partnerships with P-12 education human service agencies and university departments, and knowledge of local, state, and federal educational structures and regulatory processes and requirements.

Starting Date and Salary: The starting date is August 1, 2009, or as soon as possible after the closing date. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications.

Information about the Department of Special Education may be found at

http://www.ed.uiuc.edu/sped/

In order to ensure full consideration, a letter of application referencing Search #11823, a curriculum vitae including email address, the names and contact information for three references, and any teaching evaluations must be received by October 10, 2008. Applicants may be interviewed before the closing date; however, no hiring decision will be made until after that date. Please send applications to:

Dr. Thomas Schwandt, Search Committee Chair
c/o Susan Michaels, Assistant to the Dean
College of Education
110 Education Building
1310 S. Sixth Street, Champaign, IL 61820

217-244-3293

Email submissions preferred: susanm _at_ uiuc.edu

For more information, please contact Dr. Schwandt, Search Committee Chair, at tschwand _at_ uiuc.edu or 217-333-5350.

The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and members of underrepresented minority groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Post-doc opportunity

By JohnL on May. 3, 2008.

Lee Swanson passed along this announcement:

A four year Post-doctoral training grant funded by Institute of Education Science, U. S. Department of Education, has been awarded to the University of California-Riverside. The Post-Doctoral support focuses on Methodological Training in Instruction, Reading, Math and Cognition Research for Children with Learning Disabilities.

Abstract of Post-Doctoral Fellowship Training

Beginning Sept 1, 2008, Postdoctoral training program awards are available to prepare leaders to conduct methodologically rigorous research, write research grants, and disseminate research outcomes in refereed articles focusing on assessment models and interventions for children with learning disabilities in reading and/or math. Post-doctoral students will focus on learning disabilities in reading and math reading, specifically in the areas of cognition, reading fluency, and response to instruction. Three post-doctoral students will be supported for years 1 and 2, and three new postdoctoral students will be supported for year 3 and 4. The particular focus of the training will be for post -doctoral students who aspire to faculty positions in special education. Trainees will develop expertise through research mentoring; participation in IES funded research, research with special education or affiliated faculty, advanced course work in statistical analysis of data, and a set of specific competencies. Postdoctoral students will be prepared to publish scholarly research that furthers the knowledge base and improves practice for children with learning disabilities, and to occupy tenured positions of leadership in universities. The program described here makes full use of the resources of the University of California at Riverside (UCR), and the UC Center for Research on Special Education, Disabilities, and Developmental Risk. (With UC Santa Barbara, Los Angeles, San Diego, Davis, Berkeley, and Irvine). Post-doctoral Fellowships include up to 50K per year for support, plus benefits, travel and research support.

Send vitae and letter of intent to:
H. Lee Swanson, Area of Educational Psychology and Special Education, Graduate School of Education. University of California, Riverside, CA, 92521 or e-mail Lee.Swanson_at_ucr.edu

Position available on Long Island, New York

By jmittler on Mar. 24, 2008.

Long Island University, C. W. Post Campus
School of Education
Department of Special Education and Literacy

POSITION AVAILABLE IN SPECIAL EDUCATION

Assistant/Associate Professor, Tenure Track position

The Department of Special Education and Literacy in the School of Education at the C.W. Post Campus of Long Island University invites applications for full time, tenure track position in the area of Special Education. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position filled. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experiences

Qualifications: Candidates should hold an earned Doctorate in Special Education. A background in special education teaching is preferred as is experience teaching in a Doctoral Program.

Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate/graduate courses in special education; work in partnership with local school districts; use technology effectively in teaching and learning; maintain an active research agenda with publications. Expertise in inclusion, the instruction of students with mild disabilities and/or autism is essential.

General Information: C.W. Post is located 40 minutes from New York City on the North Shore of Long Island and is surrounded by world-class beaches, parks, excellent schools, recreation, shopping, and sports facilities. The campus encompasses 307 acres of red brick academic buildings, stately mansions, modern recreational facilities, and rolling green lawns. The B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library is one of the largest in the Northeast with 2.7 million volumes.

As a faculty member you will have the opportunity to join with colleagues in pursuing your research, teach to motivated students and work with the 120+ school districts that are situated on Long Island or with the 1000+ schools that are in New York City.

To apply, send a letter of application and vita to:

Dr. Robert Manheimer, Dean
School of Education
Long Island University/C.W. Post Campus
720 Northern Blvd.
Brookville, NY 11548-1300

Phone: 516-299-2210
Email: Robert.Manheimer@liu.edu

Positions at Kent State University

By Melody on Feb. 9, 2008.

Special Education Tenure Track Positions in Mild/Moderate Disabilities

The College and Graduate School of Education, Health and Human Services at Kent State University invites applications for two (2) tenure-track positions:

Assistant/Associate Professor of Mild-Moderate Disabilities (No. 998395 & No. 993093)

We are seeking individuals committed to the preparation of special education professionals at the graduate and undergraduate levels, who can work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and our constituent communities. More information on the Special Education program at Kent State University is available at http://sped.educ.kent.edu.

Individuals with expertise in learning disabilities, curriculum development, teaching approaches, and/or assessment methods are especially encouraged to apply.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate, masters, and doctoral courses, with opportunities to teach courses suited to candidate skills and interests. Responsibilities also include student advisement, involvement in field-based experiences, recruitment, curriculum development, and program evaluation.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Special Education and demonstration of potential to establish a record of scholarly activities, including research and grant procurement, are required. Experience with students with disabilities in educational settings and a satisfactory record of college teaching are preferred.

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin February 4, 2008 and acceptance of applications will continue until the positions are filled. To apply, applicants must complete an online job application at https://jobs.kent.edu and submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of three references who have been asked to send letters of recommendation to:

Drs. Melody Tankersley & Sanna Harjousola-Webb, Search Committee Co-Chairs Educational Foundations and Special Services
405 White Hall, Kent State University
P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242-0001
Phone: 330-672-2294
Fax: 330-672-2512
Email: mtankers@kent.edu or shwebb@kent.edu

Joint Special Education and Speech-Language Pathology (no. 998416) Tenure Track Position

The College and Graduate School of Education, Health and Human Services at Kent State University invites applications for a tenure-track position,

Assistant/Associate of Autism and Speech/Language Development

The Departments of Educational Foundations and Special Services (which houses the Special Education program) and the School of Speech Pathology and Audiology seek an individual with expertise in autism and speech/language development who will contribute to the preparation of special education and speech/language professionals at the graduate and undergraduate levels, who can work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, and our constituent communities. The successful candidate will share appointment between the two departments.

Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate, masters, and doctoral courses, with opportunities to teach courses suited to candidate skills and interests. Responsibilities also include student advisement, involvement in field-based experiences, recruitment, curriculum development, and program evaluation.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate in Special Education or Speech-Language Pathology, experience with students with disabilities in K-12 settings, and a satisfactory record of college teaching are required. Potential to establish a record for demonstrating scholarly activities, including research and grant procurement is also required.

More information on the Special Education program is available at http://sped.educ.kent.edu and more information about the Speech/Language and Audiology program is available at www.ehhs.kent.edu/spa.

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin continue until the position is filled. To apply, applicants must complete an online job application at https://jobs.kent.edu and submit a letter of interest addressing the qualifications, vita, and three (3) letters of reference as paper and electronic documents to:

Dr. Lyle Barton, Search Committee Chair, Educational Foundations and Special Services, 405 White Hall, Kent State University, P.O. Box 5190, Kent, OH 44242-0001. Email: lbarton@kent.edu

Fabulous New Position in Autism

By JanineStichter on Feb. 2, 2008.

Hi all! I have pasted a new position below at the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders. This position will work directly our Behavior and Education Division at the Thompson Center. The academic home is special education (however, our university allows you to switch academic homes pretty easily) and does not require any specific duties related to the academic home, only  the Thompson Center, unless the applicant chooses. I support  a multidimensional service at the Thompson Center that I am seeking  a well trained colleague to lead who wants to deliver strong evidenced-based interventions, participate in research that may be co- occurring but is still  interested in some direct contact with kiddos as well as can help direct staff as well.  The Thompson Center is very interdisciplinary and is growing exponentially. We are in cue for a new 15 million dollar building in the next 2 to 3 years (5 million of which was jus recommended by the governor). We have significant state support and most of the faculty at the center are nationally as well as internationally connected.

Please share with anyone you know might be interested and a good fit, or with anyone who would know of anyone.  Do not hesitate to contact me with any questions.
Janine Stichter
Assistant/Associate Professor Professional Practice
Special Education Program

The University of Missouri - Columbia (MU) Department of Special Education and the Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmenal Disorders  (http://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu) seeks an energetic, highly motivated Assistant/Associate Professor Professional Practice with specific expertise in Autism, Applied Behavior Analysis, and other evidenced based behavior and educational interventions. Candidates with interests and expertise related to the functional behavior analysis, and interdisciplinary behavioral assessments for young children and youth with autism spectrum disorders are specifically encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate in special education, psychology or a closely related field, direct evaluation, development and supervision of behavior and education plans for children or youth with autism spectrum disorders, and strong potential for future success in service and training.  In addition to delivering specific treatment and postive behavior plans to children and youth, the successful candidate will provide direct direct programmatic supervision within the Behavior Supports Clinic of the Thompson Center, participate in relevant research protocols, and supervise staff as appropriate.

MU College of Education
The University of Missouri (MU) College of Education is home to the MU Partnership for Educational Renewal, which provides an excellent infrastructure for public school connections including the participation of 23 schools districts (in urban, suburban and rural settings) and the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. This partnership, along with the college’s many research centers and professional organizations, provides faculty with outstanding collaborative research opportunities.

MU, a Doctoral/Research Extensive Institution, is the flagship institution of the University of Missouri four-campus system and is located in Columbia, a community of approximately 100,000. Within close reach to St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is rated as one of the best small cities in the US by Money magazine. MU’s enrollment is approximately 28,000 and the College of Education is one of 18 schools/colleges at MU. The college, ranked 28th nationally, is home to 1,200 undergraduate and 2,200 graduate students, and 90 tenure/tenure-track faculty members. Supporting cultural diversity is an important goal for the college and the university.
Website: http://education.missouri.edu

The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
The Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders at the University of Missouri – Columbia is a comprehensive interdisciplinary center that provides a clinical service for approximately 3000 children and youth and their families each year. Drawing on expertise from across the MU campus, its mission is to integrate service, research and training in order to advance the care of individuals affected by autism and other neurodevelopmental conditions. Website: http://thompsoncenter.missouri.edu

MU complies with the guidelines set forth by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.  If you have special needs as addressed by this legislation and require assistance with this or any portion of the application process, notify us at the address below as soon as possible.  Efforts will be made to accommodate your special needs.

MU is located in Columbia, MO, a city of 95,000 that is frequently listed as one of the best places to live by national publications (http://houseandhome.msn.com/Move/BestPlacestoLive2003.aspx).

Salary - Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Appointment:  Twelve-month appointment, available immediately.

Application:  Submit letter of application; vita; three letters of reference; and evidence of pertinent writing (2-3 examples), clinical and teaching effectiveness (e.g., previous work evaluations, student ratings, chair reviews) to:

Dr. Janine Stichter
Chair Search Committee
303 Townsend Hall
University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO  65211

Review of application will begin March 1, 2008 and continue until position is filled.

The University of Missouri-Columbia is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer.  Applications for women, minorities and disabled individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.  To request ADA accommodations, please contact the College of Education at 573-882-8311.

VISITING FACULTY/LECTURER @ UW-Madison

By erikcarter on Jan. 27, 2008.

The Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking a Visiting Faculty member/lecturer for the 2008-2009 academic year.

Persons eligible for this position must possess a doctoral degree in Special Education or closely related field. Individuals who are ABD will be considered. All applicants must have evidence of successful teaching experience.

The individual who fills this position will be expected to teach 2 courses per semester during the 2008-2009 academic year. These courses will consist of two different graduate level seminars in own area(s) of expertise and two undergraduate teacher education courses in the department. Additionally, this individual will be expected to assist in evaluating master’s comprehensive examinations, doctoral qualifying exams and doctoral preliminary exams.

Rank/Title will be determined by current rank with the prefix of Visiting added to the rank or, if ABD, the title will be visiting lecturer. Salary will be based on current salary at home institution or current salary for lecturers in the Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Appointment starting and ending dates are based on the academic year: August 25, 2008 – May 24, 2009

Applications must be received by March 15, 2008 to receive full consideration. All applications should include a letter of application describing teaching related experiences and proposing content for graduate level seminars and a Curriculum Vita, accompanied by the names, email and phone numbers of 3 references who can address their qualifications.

All materials should be sent to:
Ms. Jan Kuehl
Department of Rehabilitation Psychology and Special Education
University of Wisconsin – Madison
432 N. Murray
Madison, WI 53706
Phone: 608-263-4608 Fax: 608-262-8108
e-mail: rpseinfo@education.wisc.edu

Nebraska-Lincoln position

By admin on Nov. 29, 2007.

The University of Nebraska – Lincoln (UNL), Department of Special Education and Communication Disorders, announces an Assistant/Associate Professor rank tenure-line faculty position with an emphasis in mild/moderate disabilities, beginning August 2008. The department offers undergraduate, masters, and doctoral programs to a diverse student body. Faculty members are expected to engage in the full range of research, teaching, and service activities consistent with the requirements of a research university, such as teach undergraduate and graduate courses in special education; advise and supervise licensure, masters, and doctoral students in special education; conduct an active research program; pursue external funding; and contribute to area, college, and university governance. Candidates must have the following qualifications: earned doctoral degree in Special Education or related area with emphasis in children and/or youth with mild/moderate disabilities; ability to teach at the post-secondary/higher education level; ability to advise and supervise practicum experiences for licensure, undergraduate, and graduate students; and established record or potential for scholarly productivity and proven track record or potential for external funding. To be considered for the position, applicants must go to http://employment.unl.edu and complete the Faculty/Administrative Information Form, requisition 070941. Then send a cover letter addressing your interests and qualification, a current vitae, and the names of three references to: J. Ron Nelson, Ph.D., Search Committee, 202 Barkley Center, University of Nebraska – Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68583-0732 (phone 402.472.0283; email at rnelson8 [at] unl [fix the dot] edu). Application reviews begin January 30, 2008; position open until filled. The University of Nebraska is committed to a pluralistic campus community through affirmative action and equal opportunity and is responsive to the needs of dual career couples. We assure reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act; contact Dr. J. Ron Nelson at 402.472.0283 for assistance. Women and members of traditionally under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.