Educational Leadership Faculty​/Assistant Professor Tenure-Track

Title: Educational Leadership Faculty/Assistant Professor Tenure-Track

Application Review Date: December 8, 2025

Campus

Location:

Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

The School of Teacher Education and Leadership at Radford University invites applications for a tenure-track position with primary responsibilities to the M.S. in Educational Leadership program and additional responsibilities in the Ed.D. in education program. The M.S. program serves students seeking a Virginia Administration and Supervision credential in a fully online environment; the Ed.D. program serves students seeking advanced leadership positions, including superintendency.

The School seeks applicants with expertise in PK-12 school leadership and administration.

Radford University seeks to cultivate a culture where all voices are welcomed, valued, respected, and integrated into our community. The school is committed to preparing collaborative, inclusive, highly skilled educators and leaders and values candidates who have demonstrated leadership in building an equitable and inclusive scholarly environment.

The school serves the communities of the Commonwealth by preparing graduates responsive to the educational needs of a multicultural population and capable of working effectively with diverse stakeholders. The successful candidate will be committed to this goal and will teach students how to engage in practices that affirm and support individuals and communities of all backgrounds.

The successful candidate will maintain an active program of research; teach online courses in the program; supervise and serve on Ed.D. dissertation committees; and provide service to the Department, College, University, and professional organizations or other external agencies, including through the procurement of external funds and grant management. They will also participate in student recruitment activities, student advising, community outreach, and support accreditation efforts.

The position is a tenure‑track, 12‑month faculty appointment with expectation of summer teaching and advising. Local residency is required. The university offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a variety of professional development opportunities, health and wellness programs, and more.

• An earned doctorate in educational leadership or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning is required. Candidates who have completed all doctoral work but have not yet defended their dissertation will be considered, provided their degree is conferred by the contract start date.
• Candidates must have substantial experience in PK‑12 teaching and school leadership/administration.
• Candidates must value the integration of applied and theoretical research, field‑based experiences, and collaborative work with diverse stakeholders to effect positive change.

• A record of research and scholarship focusing on school/district‑based reforms in marginalized communities, school leadership, leadership preparation, or school improvement.
• Familiarity with frameworks for continuous improvement.
• Experience with online teaching and familiarity with distance learning trends and best practices.
• PK‑12 teaching and/or administrative experience at multiple levels.

• Cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial graduate transcripts
• Statement of research interests and agenda
• Teaching statement that describes how you prepare students to connect research, policy, and practical leadership skills in the field of education
• List of three references

Radford University is a comprehensive public university that serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service, and research programs. The university offers robust…