Purdue University at West Lafayette (PPI)-Clinical Track Faculty

The Science Education Program in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Purdue University invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor in Elementary Science Education. This is a 9-month academic year, clinical track position with a 3-3 teaching load. Reappointments occur in 3-year contractual terms. Clinical appointments are non-tenure track but with the potential for promotion in rank. The position also includes the possibility of summer employment.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach 3 courses each fall and spring semester
• Teach and/or coordinate undergraduate science-specific teacher-education courses
• Teach graduate-level courses as needed
• Advise graduate students
• Engage in activities within the College of Education, across the university, and in K-12 schools
• Participate in program, department, college, and university committees
• Collaborate on program level assessment and accreditation activities

This position requires an on-campus, face-to-face presence.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Opportunities exist for the development of graduate courses, as well as collaboration with centers including the Center for Advancing the Teaching and Learning of STEM (CATALYST) – an interdisciplinary center in the College of Education with faculty, staff and graduate students from science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education (https://education.purdue.edu/catalyst/).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate in science education or related field
• Experience of past collaborations across P-12 disciplines
• Experience teaching elementary school science or elementary science methods courses
• 3+ years of K-12 experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned undergraduate degree, graduate degree, or minor in a science or related discipline (e.g., biological science, chemistry, earth/space science, physics, animal/plant sciences)
• Experience with pre-K through grade 2 science
• Experience teaching in a teacher education program
• Experience mentoring graduate students or undergraduate students
• Experience with integrating engineering design in elementary science

SALARY

Salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.

STARTING DATE

August 18, 2025

APPLICATION

Review of applications will begin November 22, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. When applying please include a letter of application, vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, and three letters of recommendation.

If you are external to Purdue University, apply here: https://careers.purdue.edu/job/Clinical-Assistant-Professor-of-Elementary-Science-Education/34068-en_US/

If you are internal, please apply here: https://hcm-us10.hr.cloud.sap/sf/jobreq?jobId=34068&company=purdueuniv

Inquiries about the position should be directed to: Dr. Rebekah Hammack (rhammack@purdue.edu)

Applications must include:

1. Letter of application outlining qualifications and experience
2. Teaching statement
3. Current curriculum vitae
4. Three letters of recommendation which can be emailed directly to Kristy Bennett (kristybennett@purdue.edu) from the letter writers.

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

SCIENCE EDUCATION PROGRAM AREA

The science education program within the Department of Curriculum and Instruction contributes to a culture of discovery, learning, and engagement in the College of Education. The program offers perspective researchers/scholars and K-12 educators the opportunity to investigate contemporary issues in science education research and theory as well as pedagogical methods related to science learning, teaching, assessment, curriculum, and teacher professional development. Faculty members are committed to creating and disseminating knowledge relevant to the discipline of science education; preparing scholars, educators, and leaders in science education on the local, national, and international levels; and promoting science for all learners. For information about the program, see https://education.purdue.edu/graduate-students/prospective-students/graduate-%20programs/science-education/

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION

The College of Education aspires to be a collaborative community. We are innovators discovering new ideas and solutions that will foster a positive global impact for faculty, staff, students, and community. Successful candidates will promote inclusive excellence and encourage freedom of thought and speech.

PURDUE UNIVERSITY is a leading land grant and research university and ranks among the 25 largest universities in the nation. The university has an enrollment of more than 49,000 on the West Lafayette campus and more than 17,000 on regional campuses in Indiana. It is located in West Lafayette, IN, 65 miles northwest of Indianapolis and 125 miles southeast of Chicago.

Purdue University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Purdue views, evaluates, and treats all persons in all University related activities solely as individuals on the basis of their own personal abilities, qualifications, and other relevant characteristics. All qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, genetic information, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or status as a veteran.