E. V. Wilkins Endowed Professor/ Distinguished Scholar

The Division of Academic Affairs provides leadership in developing and maintaining quality academic programs and support services that contribute to the achievement of the university's mission. The division strives to be recognized as a student-centered university with emphasis on excellence in teaching, learning and scholarly activities; commitment to total student development; and outstanding service and engagement with local, regional, national and global communities.

This Endowed Professor will support existing programs and activities of the department and provide leadership for the following initiatives: development of a rural teacher/administrative training program in collaboration with rural school districts and communities; establishment of summer institutes and professional development opportunities for P-12 teachers, administrators, school boards and other community stakeholders; and development and teaching of advanced training programs. In addition, the chair will continue to pursue scholarly activities and secure external funds to support initiatives; serve on university, local and state committees, boards, task forces and make in-service presentations to community constituents, etc.

Possess an established record of accomplishments and contributions to the field of education and professional activity reflected by publications, grants, and national prominence in teacher education.

An established scholar with demonstrated experience in the integration of technology and knowledge in personnel preparation in high needs areas of teacher education.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential for establishing a wide array of effective working relationships within and outside the campus community.

A Doctorate degree is required in Education or related areas. May hire at the lower rank of Distinguished Scholar based on review of credentials. The individual selected for the Distinguished Professorship will be a published scholar in Education. His/her presence on the faculty will provide intellectual depth while further strengthening the quality of teaching in the fulfillment of the university's mission of excellence in research and scholarly activities.

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

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