The University of Delaware

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The Department of Human Development and Family Sciences (HDFS) in the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) at the University of Delaware invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Early Care and Education Policy. This is part of a CEHD cluster policy hire; see our website for other positions.

We welcome candidates with doctoral degrees in human development, education/early childhood education, public policy, psychology, public health, sociology, economics, prevention science, or other related social science fields. We are especially interested in applicants demonstrating a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; an interest in working in an interdisciplinary academic environment; and a strong scholarly record focusing on the study of early care and education, early intervention, or health policies for young children.

Applicants should conduct rigorous quantitative research focusing on early care and education, broadly defined. Strong applicants will use longitudinal data to explore linkages between policy and outcomes related to child and family health and wellbeing. They will focus on critical issues in early care and education policy, such as early intervention; homelessness and economic instability; access, quality, and equity; childhood trauma; child health and nutrition; outcomes of early childhood programs; and parent support.

We seek a candidate who will play a key role in establishing a research alliance with the state and institutionalizing an integrated, comprehensive data system for Delaware. The primary appointment will be in HDFS, but we expect competitive candidates will have a joint appointment in a collaborating unit. Teaching opportunities will be at the bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels. Experience conducting research, providing mentorship, or teaching about issues impacting populations who have been marginalized is desirable. Experience with grant writing is preferred. The start date is August 2020.

The University of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer which encourages applications from minority group members and women. The University's Notice of Non-Discrimination can be found at http://www.udel.edu/aboutus/legalnotices.html.completion of a criminal background check. A conviction will not necessarily exclude you from employment.