Richard G. Miller Endowed Chair in Mathematics Education & Lucy Fields-Gallup and Jeffrey Gallup Chair in Mathematics Education

The Department of Learning, Teaching & Curriculum (LTC) at the University of Missouri seeks applicants for two (2) endowed, open-rank positions in mathematics education: the Richard G. Miller Endowed Chair in Mathematics Education and the Lucy Fields-Gallup and Jeffrey Gallup Chair in Mathematics Education (both are 9-month appointments). Successful candidates will have a doctorate in Mathematics Education (or a related field), a national or international reputation for excellence in scholarship, a track record of external funding, and recent publications in top-tier journals. Successful candidates will demonstrate scholarly activity consistent with the University’s status as an AAU member and a “Very High” Research Productive institution.

Faculty filling these positions will maintain an active program of research that complements the research of current mathematics education and College of Education and Human Development faculty. Of particular interest are scholars who, through their research, teaching, or leadership includes one or more of the following emphases:

• employ justice-oriented frameworks (e.g., anti-racist, abolitionist, decolonial, indigenous);
• examine intersections of mathematics education and policy and/or learning sciences, particularly with respect to issues of equity in PK-12 settings; or
• focus on rural education contexts.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain an active, externally–funded program of research and scholarship
• Teach courses related to mathematics education consistent with the program and departmental instructional needs
• Advise and provide research supervision to graduate students in mathematics education and serve on dissertation committees for students in the department or college
• Provide leadership to the program, department, college, and university

The individuals in these endowed positions will have a tenure home in the Department of Learning, Teaching, & Curriculum at the University of Missouri – Columbia. The start date is subject to negotiation but is anticipated to be August 2023.

• An earned doctorate in mathematics education or a related field

Applicants will be evaluated based upon the following criteria:

Application Procedure:

Apply on-line at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/academic   Upload a complete application including:

Search Committee Chair:  Dr. John Lannin (LanninJ@missouri.edu )

The College of Education and Human Development

The College of Education and Human Development serves more than 2,700 students in degree programs spanning the baccalaureate, Master’s, and doctoral levels. In 2021, U.S. News and World Report ranked it in the top 50 colleges of education in the nation. Several of its degree programs are recognized nationally as leaders in their fields. The College boasts an impressive research and outreach footprint, with over $45 million in externally funded grants and contracts, as well as outreach activities in every county throughout Missouri.

This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving  the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

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About Mizzou and Columbia, Missouri Community

Mizzou (aka, MU) is located in Columbia, a metropolitan community of approximately 130,000 which has been rated as one of the best places to live in the U.S. MU has a student body of over 31,000 and is designated as a Carnegie Doctoral/Research University Extensive. MU is one of only six universities in the U.S. that is both the flagship and land grant institution, housing medicine, veterinary medicine, and law on the same campus. As an AAU member institution since 1908, MU is recognized as one of the top research and educational institutions in the nation.

The University of Missouri College of Education & Human Development (Mizzou CEHD) prepares and supports professionals in education, information, lifespan, and intervention sciences that improve the quality of life and economic development for the people of Missouri, the nation, and the world. The College’s mission is fulfilled by taking a comprehensive, collaborative approach across a wide range of disciplines and professions, including educator preparation, leadership, counseling, early childhood education, special education, higher education, public policy, family and lifespan development, and library and information sciences and technology.

The College is a national leader in the preparation of educators with its top-rated graduate degree programs and teacher preparation programs that emphasizes early hands-on field experiences for future teachers. There are more than 50,000 living alumni worldwide.

U.S. News & World Report ranked Mizzou CEHD 30th among public universities and 15th for online graduate programs. In the area of research, the College’s new grant funding in FY 2022 totaled approximately $20 million.

There are numerous opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, including Columbia’s recognition as a bike-friendly community. Both Kansas City and St. Louis are approximately a 90-minute drive, offering the shopping and cultural opportunities of major metropolitan areas.