Assistant Professor - Social Studies Education University of Georgia retirement plan United States, Georgia, Athens Sep 15, 2026

Posting Details Posting Details Posting Number F2793P

Working Title Assistant Professor - Social Studies Education

Department COE-Math, Sci, and Soc Studies

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. s & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine. About the College/Unit/Department The Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFE COE), one of the nation's largest colleges of education, consistently ranks in the top ten national Elementary Education and Curriculum and Instruction programs. The College offers significant possibilities for interdisciplinary research collaborations, program development, and school-community partnerships. The college's Research Office provides strong pre- and post-award grant support. The College is named for the University of Georgia's first African American graduate, a pioneering educator who played an integral role in the campaign for racial equality in Georgia and across the South. The department and college are recognized leaders in developing partnerships with local communities and schools to provide pre-service and inservice professional development, and to expand students' experiential learning and service-learning opportunities. As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA, the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFE COE) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.

The Department of Mathematics, Science and Social Studies Education consists of 8 full-time science educators, 9 full-time mathematics educators, and 4 full-time social studies educators with a variety of research interests. The Social Studies Education Program offers BSEd, MEd, MA, MAT, EdS, and PhD degrees; attracts and supports national and international doctoral students; and has strong collaborative relationships with colleagues across the social sciences, quantitative and qualitative research methods, and area school districts. For more information about the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies Education, visit https://coe.uga.edu/directory/math-science-and-social-studies-education; for UGA, visit www.uga.edu; for Athens, visit www.visitathensga.com; and for Georgia, visit www.georgia.gov. College/Unit/Department website https://coe.uga.edu/directory/math-science-and-social-studies-education/

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 08/01/2027

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 09/14/2026

Job Closing Date Open until filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants Applications received by October 15, 2026 are assured full consideration. We will continue to accept and screen applications until the position is filled.

A complete application includes:

• A letter of application that addresses both research and teaching (not to exceed 4 pages).
• A curriculum vitae.
• Transcripts for all degrees earned and in progress (unofficial transcripts accepted initially).
• Two samples of scholarly writing combined into one .pdf document.
• Three letters of recommendation submitted directly by your references through UGAJobs Please direct inquiries to the search committee chair, Dr. Tianna Dowie-Chin (tdowiechin@uga.edu). Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ( hrweb@uga.edu). USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.