POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Professor of Practice and Director of Doctoral Academic Support provides curricular instruction and academic support to students to ensure their academic success and timely completion of the Doctorate of Education (EdD), as well as limited academic support for other graduate programs as needed. In conjunction with dedicated graduate support coaches, the director also contributes to strategic and operational initiatives to support the academic success, retention, and timely completion of EdD students. This individual in this role collaborates with other faculty, administrative leaders, and related student services to develop, implement, and assess programs that promote academic excellence and student well-being. This position is expected to teach 4-6 EdD courses annually (including summer terms, as needed) and is on an open-ended-term, 12-month, annual appointment.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Strategic thinking with ability to develop and manage long-term projects.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Ability to navigate sensitive academic and personal issues with discretion.
• Commitment to belonging, equity, and access in graduate education.
• Familiarity with online learning systems.
• Experience gathering, analyzing, and interpreting data to improve program effectiveness

STATEMENT ON OUR MISSION

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. Our mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts and empower lives and is inspired by our Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue.
Merrimack College seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to Merrimack’s Catholic and Augustinian mission. All candidates should describe in their application how they will foster a culture that supports our mission.

TEACHING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach EdD courses in research methods, leadership, and in one or more of the program’s four concentration areas, as needed based on program enrollment.