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Assistant or Associate Professor of Adult Education - School of Continuing Studies (Indianapolis)

The Indiana University Graduate Online Program in Adult Education seeks to fill a fulltime, tenure track vacancy.  The academic appointment will be made at either the rank of assistant or associate, depending on the experience and publication level of the successful candidate. 

The appointment may begin as early as May 1, 2010 with summer teaching responsibilities, but should be no later than August 1, 2010 to enter fulltime teaching, advising and research.  Online teaching is a major element of this position with at least two graduate-level courses each semester.  Research with an appropriate national publication and presentation record will be expected to be compiled in order to meet tenure and promotion requirements of a major research university.  The office and academic record for this position is at the Indianapolis campus which also houses national programs in medicine, informatics, education, engineering and law.  The Adult Education masters program has been part of the School of Continuing Studies since 1996 and has awarded nearly 200 degrees.  The program is delivered online.  Substantial student enrollment growth is anticipated for the coming two years as recruitment of graduate students beyond Indiana will be a primary focus.  The program is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. 

Qualifications:  An applicant must provide evidence of successful accomplishments and include:  1) an earned doctorate and research agenda in areas related to adult education, informal learning, instructional systems technology, higher education administration, or other appropriate academic content; 2) experience in advising graduate students or other situations in which the applicant has worked with adult learners; 3) commitment to national association service and leadership; and 4) successful online course development and delivery.  Additional preferred areas of interest and success include grant writing, community engagement and service to adult education learning institutions. 

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience and will be made as a 10-month appointment allowing for summer teaching pay beyond the base salary. 

Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, full information for the search committee to contact at least three references, along with accessible examples of online instructional experience.  A portfolio of online courses taught, along with evaluations and revisions, is encouraged.  The application should be complete and submitted by October 15, 2009 to receive timely consideration. 

All contacts and applications should be sent to the attention of:  Daniel Callison, callison@indiana.edu, Professor and Dean, IU School of Continuing Studies, Search and Screen Committee, Owen Hall 205, 790 E. Kirkwood Ave., Indiana University, Bloomington, IN  47405. 

Indiana University is an EEO/AA Employer, M/F/D.