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Job Posting Title:

Assistant/Associate Professor - School of Leadership and Human Resource Development

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM HSE - School of Leadership and Human Resource Development (Tracey Ellen Rizzuto (00007847))

Work Location:

0298 Charles E. Coates Hall

Pay Grade:

Academic

Job Description:

Job Announcement

ASSISTANT/ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR

(Tenured/Tenure-Track)

School of Leadership and Human Resource Development

College of Human Sciences and Education

Louisiana State University

The School of Leadership and Human Resource Development at Louisiana State University announces an opening for a tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor position. This announcement seeks to identify candidates whose research and grant activity in leadership and human resource development (HRD) relate to one or more of Louisiana State University’s Presidential Priorities in agriculture, healthcare, coast, defense, and energy (https://www.lsu.edu/president/priorities/). Applicants may demonstrate the connection between their research and these priorities in a variety of ways. A few examples of topical areas include but are not limited to:

• The role of HRD and community engagement in supporting coastal preservation
• Leadership development in healthcare, IT, and emerging economy workforces
• Adult education and career transition of veterans and/or active military
• Understanding the role of food security and adequacy on employee performance and wellbeing
• Exploring sustainability attitudes and behaviors in relation to corporate conservation initiatives and building occupancy behaviors in the workforce

This is a 9-month academic appointment with an anticipated start date of August 2024. Options for summer employment are available. Successful candidates must hold a doctorate degree or be a doctoral student in the candidacy phase with graduation by May or August 2024. 

The School of Leadership and Human Resource Development (https://www.lsu.edu/leadership) houses a vibrant, interdisciplinary group of scholars whose teaching, scholarship, and outreach centers on the creation of positive change in people, organizations, and communities globally. Successful candidates will be collaborative team players who conduct high quality scholarship and can contribute to the development and teaching of high-quality courses at the BS, MS, and PhD levels. This position requires relocating to the Baton Rouge metropolitan area. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Qualifications:

• PhD or EdD in Human Resource Development, I/O Psychology, Adult Education, or closely related field.
• Demonstrated record of and potential for excellence in research.
• Assistant Professor: ABD candidates are acceptable.
• Associate Professor: Tenure-track candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience at the Assistant Professor rank and evidence of a scholarly record with the potential to secure externally funded research. To be hired with tenure, candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience at the Associate Professor rank and evidence of scholarly publications and an external funding record.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Academic research experience (e.g., publications and/or grants) related to the areas of agriculture, healthcare, coast, defense or energy.
• Experience in teaching, advising, research and scholarly publication.

Job Duties:

• 50% - Engage in academic research and publishing in HRD, leadership, or I/O Psychology.
• 40% - Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in online and/or classroom settings. Normal teaching load is two courses per semester (i.e., four courses per academic year). Advise graduate students.
• 10% - Undertake assignments normally associated with teaching, scholarship, and college/university service.

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2023.

Louisiana State University believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu or 225-578-8200).

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit the following electronically at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/LSU:

1. A letter of application describing interest in this position and qualifications as well as the connection between their research and one or more of the Presidential Priorities;

2. A current vita;

3. Unofficial transcripts;

4. Evidence of research including sample articles/publications;

5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, e.g., sample instructor evaluations;

6. Contact information of at least three references – including phone numbers, email addresses, and mailing addresses (official transcripts and references letters may be requested later).

For further information, contact Dr. Oliver S. Crocco, Search Committee Chair, School of Leadership & Human Resource Development, Louisiana State University, Baton Rouge, LA 70803. Phone: +1 (225) 578-5751. Email: olivercrocco@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

August 18, 2023

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

LSU believes diversity, equity, and inclusion enrich the educational experience of our students, faculty, and staff, and are necessary to prepare all people to thrive personally and professionally in a global society. We celebrate diversity and are committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We actively seek and encourage qualified applications from persons with diverse backgrounds, cultures and experiences. To learn more about how LSU is committed to diversity and inclusivity, please see LSU’s Diversity Statement and Roadmap. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Office of Human Resource Management (hr@lsu.edu).

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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