Open Rank Professor in Social Studies Education

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

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Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

Job Description:

The Department of Teaching, Learning and Education Leadership at Binghamton University seeks candidates at open rank Professor of Social Studies Education to begin in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will join a dynamic faculty dedicated to improving education for all K-12 students, while also contributing to a vibrant research community at a nationally recognized Research One institution.

Binghamton University believes in and supports diversity and inclusion as integral to academic excellence. We actively seek applications from underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, sexual minorities, veterans, persons with disabilities, and women.

Responsibilities:

• Teaching load is two in-person courses per semester and will include graduate courses in secondary social studies education methods and teacher-candidate field supervision. Additional courses may include:
  • elementary social studies education methods
  • educational foundations
  • adolescent development
  • culturally responsive-sustaining (CR-S) practices
  • undergraduate and doctoral program courses
• Coordinate and/or supervise student teaching experiences.
• Pursue an active research and publication agenda (including external funding as appropriate).
• Contribute to program development.
• Advise graduate students pursuing their Master of Arts degree in adolescent social studies education.
• Engage in professional, national/international, university, and school service.
• Maintain strong connections to and collaboration with area schools and Binghamton University's Master of Arts in Teaching program.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• PhD or EdD in social studies education by August 1, 2027.
• Minimum 4 years of teaching experience in grades 7-12.
• Evidence of research and scholarly publication.

Preferred Qualification:

• Demonstrated administrative and leadership experience, including the potential or interest to serve as department chair.
• University teaching experience.
• Prior experience advising and supervising students.
• Record of seeking internal and/or external funding.

Please be advised that H1B visa sponsorship may not be available for this position.

Additional Information:

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the ADA Coordinator by completing the following Request Form.

The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by title IX and its implementing regulations, Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

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Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus effective August 1, 2017.

Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit the following items electronically to: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=205962

1. a letter of application addressing the qualifications noted above and explaining why you believe you are qualified for the position;
2. a curriculum vitae; and
3. contact information for three references who can speak authoritatively about the applicant's candidacy.

A review of applications will begin upon receipt of materials.

The application process will remain open until the position is filled, with priority given to applications submitted by November 30, 2026. For additional information about the faculty position, please contact Dr. Amber Simpson, Associate Professor, Department of Teaching, Learning, and Educational Leadership. Email: asimpson@binghamton.edu.