[Edling] Job: Postdoctoral Scholar in Language Education at the University of Iowa

[Johnson, David C]

The University of Iowa College of Education Department of Teaching and Learning
Postdoctoral Scholar in Language Education

Position
A position for a Postdoctoral Scholar in Education is open in the Department of Teaching and Learning for the area of Language Education. This scholar will conduct research and provide instruction in the areas of (a) English learner (EL) support in content area instruction, (b) dual language education and/or (c) parental, family, and community engagement. The candidate will be engaged in a Title III professional development grant funded by the U.S. Department of Education.

Education Requirement
Candidates must have a Ph.D. in TESOL, ESL education, Bilingual Education, Applied Linguistics, Educational Linguistics, or a closely related field.

Required Qualifications
Three years of relevant experience with English Language Learners in K-12 settings.
Relevant experience and scholarship in one or more of the three key grant areas: (a) EL support in content area instruction, (b) dual language education, and/or (c) parental, family, and community engagement.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Willingness to take on leadership roles.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Writing Sample required (journal publication or thesis with methods chapter/section.)

Desirable qualifications
Experience in facilitating professional development for teachers.
Prior teaching in ESL Endorsement or U.S. licensure programs.
Management of professional development or research projects.

Salary and Benefits
$52,165/year. Excellent benefits package available.

Appointment
Twelve-month appointment beginning August 14, 2019. Position may be eligible for renewal.

Applications
To apply for this position, go to our website at https://jobs.uiowa.edu. Reference requisition #3083
Applicants must create a login for the jobs.uiowa.edu system. Candidates must submit:
(1) letter of interest,
(2) current curriculum vitae,
(3) writing sample (journal publication or thesis with methods chapter/section), and
(4) names of 3 professional references.

Screening
Review of applications will begin February 1, 2019 and will continue until the position is filled.

About the College The College of Education is composed of more than 80 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including licensure, endorsement, and certificate programs, many of which are regularly ranked among the best in the nation. Students study with our world-renowned faculty who are the leaders, scholars, and innovators in their fields. Our College is comprised of four departments: Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, Psychological and Quantitative Foundations, Rehabilitation and Counselor Education, and Teaching and Learning.

About the University and Surrounding Community
The University of Iowa (UI) is world-renowned for its commitment to the arts, sciences, and humanities. UI has been a member of the Big Ten conference since 1899 and the Association of American Universities since 1909. UI ranks #38 among the nation's 629 public universities (U.S. News & World Report, 2019). More than 33,000 students earn bachelor's, graduate, and professional degrees from UI's 12 colleges.
UI is located in Iowa City, a UNESCO City of Literature that is widely recognized as one of the country's most livable communities. With 70,000 residents, Iowa City is an attractive haven for scholars, scientists, artists, writers, and professionals of all kinds. Highlights of living in Iowa City include outstanding affordable health care, excellent libraries and schools, historic neighborhoods, and a lively downtown. Chicago, St. Louis, and Minneapolis/St. Paul are a short car or bus trip away, and nearby Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) connects travelers to the world. The relationship between Iowa City and the UI is very cooperative and supportive.
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, associational preferences, or any other classification that deprives the person of consideration as an individual. Full domestic partner benefits are available.

David Cassels Johnson<https://education.uiowa.edu/person/david-cassels-johnson>, Ph.D.
Associate Professor, Foreign Language and ESL Education
Coordinator, ESL Endorsement

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION
University of Iowa
240 Lindquist Center North
Iowa City, IA 52242-1529
(319) 335-6175

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