What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Assistant Professor in Learning Design and Techonology position at Purdue University?
The Department of Curriculum and Instruction at Purdue University seeks a clinical assistant professor of learning design and technology specializing in K-12 technology integration. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the goals of the program as well as supporting the continued development and deployment of its Blended and Online Teaching licensure program and technology badges. This is an academic year clinical faculty position with reappointments 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. This position requires an on-campus, face-to-face presence.
- Teaching undergraduate teacher preparation courses in technology integration.
- Advising and consulting with other faculty members within the teacher preparation program on the use and integration of technology within their courses.
- Designing, developing, and updating digital technology badges/micro-credentials.
- Coordinating the Blended and Online Teaching licensure program within the College of Education.
- Managing the licensure accreditation processes.
- Leading and teaching courses in the LDT online master’s programs and selected face-to-face PhD and MS program courses.
- Mentoring graduate students.
- Participating in program, department, college, and university committees.
- Leading Summer online courses and related responsibilities.
- Doctorate in educational technology, learning design, or closely related field. If a candidate is ABD, the degree must be awarded prior to start of the appointment.
- Active record of university-level teaching and service
- Experience teaching online and face-to-face
- Two years of K-12 teaching experience, or other relevant professional experience
- Experience in design and development of educational materials as a subject matter expert, an instructional designer, or a faculty developer.
- Experience in using technology (e.g., Camtasia, Articulate) in blended and online environments
- Apple and Google Educator certification prior to the start of the appointment.
- Experience mentoring graduate students or undergraduate students
- Record of leadership experience and collaboration
- Record of service and professional involvement
- Record of scholarly work
- Current or recent K-12 teaching license
Salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
August 18, 2025
Review of applications will begin November 22, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled.
A Complete application must include:
- A cover letter outlining qualifications and experience
- A current curriculum vitae
- 2-page maximum narrative describing the applicant’s teaching philosophy
- A writing sample (e.g. published article, conference proceedings, book chapter, etc.)
- Three letters of recommendation which can be emailed directly to Kristy Bennett (kristybennett@purdue.edu) from the letter writers
Inquiries about the position should be directed to: Dr. Jennifer Richardson, Search Committee Chair, jennrich@purdue.edu
A background check will be required for employment in this position.
This interdisciplinary program at Purdue has been identified as a signature area in the College of Education. The program area has developed a highly successful set of Master’s of Science in Education programs and PhD program. As part of this mission, we seek a clinical faculty member who can contribute to our mission to be a preeminent graduate program. See Learning Design and Technology - Purdue University College of Education for additional program information.
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 15 largest universities in the nation. The university has an enrollment of more than 50,000 on the West Lafayette campus and more than 25,000 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.
