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 -
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and staff thrive.

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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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Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that
an applicant for employment provide his or her current
compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as
the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with
compensation. If such information has been requested from you
before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee
Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

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 .