Assistant Professor-Tenure System

Position Summary

The College of Education at Michigan State University (MSU) invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position focusing on evidence-based practices in reading, writing, or language, beginning in August 2027. The successful candidate will maintain an active research program; develop national visibility; seek external funding to support their research program; mentor and advise graduate students; and participate in local, state, and national service activities.

Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a scholarly research, publication, and grant writing record
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses related to special education, educational psychology, and/or educational technology, depending on expertise
• Advise graduate students and supervise graduate student research
• Engage in service activities within the MSU community and beyond

The College of Education at MSU is widely recognized as a leading intellectual center for educational research and teacher education. The College is interdisciplinary and research-oriented, with strong support for scholarship and many opportunities for collaboration. The tenure home will be in the Department of Counseling, Educational Psychology, and Special Education (CEPSE). The CEPSE Department houses 5 distinct program areas, including Special Education, Educational Psychology and Educational Technology (EPET), Measurement and Quantitative Methods, School Psychology, and Counseling and Counselor Education. The Department offers a range of in-person and online master’s and doctoral degrees, as well as a bachelor’s degree in special education with a learning disability endorsement. The current position will be housed in either the Special Education and/or EPET Program area. Graduate programs in these two areas are ranked in the top 10 nationally, according to U.S. News and World Report.

Please note that this is a union position represented by the Union of Tenure System Faculty (UTSF). The university is working with the union to establish a collective bargaining agreement.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Special Education, Educational Psychology, Educational Technology, or a related field

Minimum Requirements

• Earned doctorate in Special Education, Educational Psychology, Educational Technology, or a related field
• Record of publishing high-quality scholarly manuscripts in one or more of the above disciplines

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have expertise and a record of scholarship in one or more of the following areas as it relates to reading, writing, and/or language:

• Evidence-based practices

• Learning disabilities and multi-level system of supports
• Cognitive, motivational, affective, self-regulatory, or developmental processes
• Educational technologies related to teaching or learning
• Advanced methodological expertise in quantitative, qualitative or mixed methods

Candidates with expertise at the intersection of any of the above areas in the context of reading, writing, and/or language are especially encouraged to apply.

Required Application Materials

1. Cover letter detailing your interest in and fit with the position (1 page or less)
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Research Statement (2-3 pages)
4. One to three publications relevant to the position as outlined in the call
5. Statement of teaching philosophy (one page maximum)
6. Names and contact information of three references

Special Instructions

We invite inquiries from potentially interested candidates to the search committee Chair: Adrea Truckenmiller atruck@msu.edu

Review of Applications Begins on 11/16/2026

Review of Applications Begins On

11/16/2026

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.