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Assistant Professor of Practice in Science Teacher Education

Position Number: 6794886
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Education - Teacher Education

Assistant Professor of Practice in Science Teacher Education

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Position DescriptionThe teacher education department in the College of Education at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice in Science Teacher Education to begin from August 20th, 2026. This position serves as a collaborator with the Science Faculty Anchor to support course refinement based on changing state and national policies, assist with instructor coordination, engage in science program-based research, and partnership activities with schools and the underserved West Texas community. The teaching load for this position is 4/4, i.e., four courses per semester.Key areas of responsibility include data-informed program refinement, partnership and stakeholder engagement, and research involvement. This position involves working closely with the Department Chair, TED Faculty Anchors, Professional Development Facilitators, Site Coordinators and Lecturers to support the science program and contribute to the departments mission.All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

Position Description
The teacher education department in the College of Education at Texas Tech University invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, Assistant Professor of Practice in Science Teacher Education to begin from August 20th, 2026. This position serves as a collaborator with the Science Faculty Anchor to support course refinement based on changing state and national policies, assist with instructor coordination, engage in science program-based research, and partnership activities with schools and the underserved West Texas community. The teaching load for this position is 4/4, i.e., four courses per semester.

Key areas of responsibility include data-informed program refinement, partnership and stakeholder engagement, and research involvement. This position involves working closely with the Department Chair, TED Faculty Anchors, Professional Development Facilitators, Site Coordinators and Lecturers to support the science program and contribute to the department's mission.

All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

Major/Essential Functions
At Texas Tech University, the Professor of Practice title is used to recruit individuals with exceptional backgrounds and achievements in academic, business, government, or other professional practice. Primary responsibilities normally will be to teach in an area of expertise, mentor students in professional and career preparation, and liaise with professional contacts and entities on behalf of the department or program.

In line with TTU's strategic priorities to engage and empower a diverse student body, enable innovative research and creative activities, and transform lives and communities through outreach and engaged scholarship, applicants should have experience working with diverse student populations at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels within individual or across the areas of teaching, research/creative activity, and service.

Required Qualifications

A conferred doctorate by September 1, 2026 from a major accredited university in Science Education or a related field.
Strong science content knowledge at the K-12 level.
At least 3-year experience teaching secondary science.
At least 2- year experience developing and sustaining outreach activities and partnerships with K-12 schools, districts, or community organizations.

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the required qualifications, individuals with the following preferred qualifications are strongly encouraged to apply:

Experience in science teacher preparation, such as teaching instructional methods courses for science teacher candidates and coordinating field teaching practica.
Evidence of participation in research activities, such as presenting at national or international research conferences or authoring publications.
Experience with leading or substantively contributing to external grant proposals (e.g., NSF, NIH), such as narrative drafting, collaborator coordination, and submission.
Experience in data analysis and in data-driven course instruction and educational innovation.

Special Instructions to Applicant
Please include the following documents in your application:

Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Other document(s) directly related to required qualifications
List of references

Questions about this position should be directed to Dr. Jianlan Wang, Search Committee Chair at jianlan.wang@ttu.edu

To apply, visit workattexastech.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.