Faculty and Leadership: Open Positions

The Simmons School of Education and Human Development invites applications for tenured Simmons School Associate Deans and for tenure-line and non-tenure-line faculty positions in its Department of Applied Physiology and Sport Management, Department of Teaching and Learning, Department of Education Policy and Leadership, Department of Counseling, and Department of Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Studies. Faculty position announcements appear below, and brief overviews of the Simmons School, the University, and the City of Dallas follow.

Simmons School Dean's Office

- Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate/Full Professor, Position # 52417
- Associate Dean for Research and Outreach, Associate/Full Professor, Position # 53200

SMU Simmons School of Education and Human Development seeks two exceptional academic leaders to serve as Associate Deans who report to and work with the Dean. Successful candidates will be established scholars, teachers, and leaders in a field of study of the school appropriate to the rank of advanced associate or full professor (with tenure) and with a proven commitment in proactively supporting efforts towards equity and inclusion. Per Simmons’ workload policy, Associate Deans have a 50% administrative commitment with the remaining 50% devoted to teaching, research, and professional service which is expected and supported.

An Associate Dean of Associate Professor rank must meet the requirements for Associate Professor with a minimum of five years at the Associate Professor rank. Candidates must provide evidence of a productive scholarly record that qualifies for tenure and promotion to full professor in one of the three research departments in Simmons: Teaching and Learning, Education Policy and Leadership, or Applied Physiology and Sport Management. In addition, candidates must show evidence of an externally funded research program; a publication record demonstrating sustained excellence in nationally recognized top-tier peer-reviewed journals; experience teaching graduate and/or undergraduate level courses and advising and mentoring students; history of working with diverse student populations; and previous involvement in varied service activities.

An Associate Dean of Professor rank must meet the requirements and qualifications for Professor with tenure rank. Candidates must provide evidence of sustained excellence in scholarly activity in recognized top-tier peer-reviewed journals that merits tenure and full professor rank in one of the three research departments in Simmons: Teaching and Learning, Education Policy and Leadership, or Applied Physiology and Sport Management. In addition, candidates should have teaching experience in higher education, including undergraduate, master’s, and/or doctoral courses in their areas of expertise; an excellent track record of external funding for scholarly activities; and experience in successfully mentoring and advising undergraduate and/or graduate students. Candidates must also demonstrate experience working with diverse student populations and prior involvement in university and/or professional service.

Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, Associate/Full Professor, Position # 52417

The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs will have experience in providing strategic, inspiring, and consensus-building leadership to an academic unit. The Associate Dean works to advance the quality and integrity of academic programs, implementing processes and procedures to support accreditation, overseeing educator preparation and certification, and leading faculty professional development and clinical faculty promotion. Further, the Associate Dean provides leadership and oversight to academic affairs matters including the curriculum committee, budgeting, course scheduling, new course and program development, and supporting the West Dallas STEM School initiative. 

Required qualifications

1. earned doctorate in a field aligned with one of the following Simmons departments: Applied Physiology and Sport Management, Teaching and Learning, or Education Policy and Leadership;
2. demonstrated and ongoing record of scholarly work commensurate with rank of advanced associate or full professor with tenure;
3. leadership ability developed through prior experience;
4. demonstrated mentorship of graduate students and/or faculty;
5. experience with curriculum and program development;
6. experience with accreditation and/or licensure;
7. demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion;
8. excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses.

Preferred qualifications

1. experience developing and/or sustaining collaborative partnerships and interdisciplinary initiatives;
2. leadership experience within higher education by serving in administrative positions such as department chair or program director;
3. evidence of participation/leadership in national scholarly organizations;
4. history of obtaining external funding for research; and
5. excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses

Application Process

To ensure full consideration, applications should be submitted by October 15, 2024, although the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Reference position number “52417” in all documents submitted for application and include the following: (1) cover letter outlining research, teaching, and administrative experience; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) copies of two representative scholarly publications; and (4) the names, affiliations, and contact information for three references. References will only be contacted if the candidate advances to the on-campus interview stage. All materials should be submitted electronically through Interfolio (http://apply.interfolio.com/154173). For questions about the department or position, contact Dr. Anthony Petrosino, Search Committee Chair. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check. The start date for this position is no later than August 1, 2025. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Associate Dean for Research and Outreach, Associate/Full Professor, Position # 53200

The Associate Dean for Research and Outreach will advance the quality and reputation of the academic programs within the school and has experience in providing strategic, inspiring research leadership to an academic unit. This Associate Dean provides organizational and institutional support for major research initiatives and proposals; oversees research compliance and certified approvers; oversees responsible research conduct, ethics, and safety; approves proposal routing forms (PRFs) and other research funding requests; and serves as point of contact for conflict of interest management. The Associate Dean oversees promotion and tenure for the tenure-track faculty, the work of the Director of External Affairs and Outreach, and the PhD program. The Associate Dean is responsible for supporting the West Dallas STEM School Initiative.

Required qualifications

1. earned doctorate in a field aligned with one of the following departments in Simmons: Applied Physiology and Sport Management, Teaching and Learning, or Education Policy and Leadership;
2. demonstrated and ongoing record of scholarly work commensurate with rank of advanced associate or full professor with tenure;
3. leadership ability developed through prior experience;
4. demonstrated mentorship of graduate students and/or faculty;
5. experience with curriculum and program development;
6. experience with accreditation and/or licensure;
7. demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion; and
8. excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses.

Preferred qualifications

1. experience developing and/or sustaining collaborative partnerships and interdisciplinary initiatives;
2. leadership experience within higher education by serving in administrative positions such as department chair or program director;
3. evidence of participation/leadership in national scholarly organizations;
4. history of obtaining external funding for research; and
5. excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses.

Application Process

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by October 15, 2024, although the committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. Reference position number “53200” in all documents submitted for application and include the following: (1) cover letter outlining research, teaching, and administrative experience; (2) curriculum vitae; (3) copies of two representative scholarly publications; and (4) the names, affiliations, and contact information for three references. References will only be contacted if the candidate advances to the on-campus interview stage. All materials should be submitted electronically through Interfolio at http://apply.interfolio.com/154154. For questions about the department or position, contact Dr. Anthony Petrosino, Search Committee Chair. The start date for this position is no later than August 1, 2025. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Department of Applied Physiology and Sport Management

- Associate/Full Professor Department Chair: TBA
- Tenure-Track Assistant Professors of Sport Management (2), Position Numbers 53014 & 53523.
- Assistant Clinical Professors of Sport Management (3), Position Numbers 53259, 53285, & 53705.

The SMU Simmons Master’s in Sport Management program has received significant recognition; it is ranked as the #1 program in Texas, the #3 program among private universities in the USA, the 14th overall in the country, and the 18th globally. These rankings were conducted by SportBusiness, a London-based intelligence service that provides data and analytics to the sports industry. For more information on the SportBusiness Postgraduate Ranking, often referred to as the SportBusiness PGR, visit: https://www.sportbusiness.com/postgraduate-rankings-2023/

Associate/Full Professor Department Chair

... possible posting in spring 2025

Tenure-Track Assistant Professors of Sport Management (2), Position Numbers 53014 & 53523

The Simmons School of Education and Human Development at Southern Methodist University (SMU) is accepting applications for two (2) tenure-track Assistant Professor of Sport Management positions.

Candidates are expected to perform research and teach classes within the sport management programs while also mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. The expected distribution of effort is 40% research, 40% teaching, and 20% service. Ideal candidates are scholars with demonstrated research in at least one of the following areas:

• Sport Analytics
• Technology & Artificial Intelligence in Sport
• Sport Finance & Economics
• International/Global Sport
• Intercollegiate Athletics

The positions include teaching courses in the Master of Science in Sport Management program and/or courses in the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management program; Assistant Professors who can teach a diverse range of courses within these programs are preferred. Assistant Professors of Sport Management are expected to teach evening and some weekend classes. They are also expected to maintain office hours and an appropriate student-centered presence on campus while participating in service that contributes to the development, growth, and expansion of the sport management programs. For additional information about the faculty and the department, visit https://www.smu.edu/apsm.

Required qualifications

• Doctorate in sport management or related fields such as organizational behavior, data science, analytics, finance, economics, or related disciplines in hand by August 2025.
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate sport management courses.
• A strong record of published, peer-reviewed research and external funding (or demonstrated potential to do so).

Preferred qualifications

• Experience in the sports industry

Application Process

Candidates should submit their application materials electronically through the Interfolio online system (https://apply.interfolio.com/154268) and reference position numbers “53014” and “53523”. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. To ensure full consideration for the positions, applications must be submitted by October 25, 2024, although the search committee will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decisions after they are made. The start date for these positions is August 2025.  Please contact Dr. Willis A. Jones for questions about the search submission process, the department, or the position at  wajones@smu.edu. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

Application materials should include the following.

1. Letter of application highlighting the candidate’s qualifications with specific reference to research and teaching experience/approach;
2. Curriculum vitae,
3. Writing sample in the form of a published article, submitted manuscript, or manuscript in preparation; and
4. Names, titles, and email addresses of three references.

Assistant Clinical Professors of Sport Management (3), Position Numbers 53259, 53285, & 53705

The Simmons School of Education and Human Development at Southern Methodist University (SMU) is currently accepting applications for three (3) Clinical Assistant Professor of Sport Management positions. These are non-tenure-track, nine-month renewable contract positions.

Position Expectations

Clinical professors are expected to teach 4 courses (12 credit hours) per semester at either the graduate or undergraduate level. Faculty are expected to teach a variety of courses across the sport management curriculum, including but not limited to:

• Sport Law
• Sport Facility & Event Management
• Sport Communication
• Sport Finance
• Sport Analytics
• Sport Marketing
• Leadership in Sport

This positions include teaching graduate courses in the Master of Science in Sport Management program and/or undergraduate courses in the Bachelor of Science in Sport Management. Clinical professors may be asked to teach evening and/or weekend courses. Clinical professors are also expected to maintain office hours and an appropriate student-centered presence on campus while participating in service leading to the development, growth, and expansion of the sport management programs. For additional information about the faculty and the department, visit https://www.smu.edu/apsm.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in sport management or a related field such as sport administration, business, law, economics, etc. with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the sport or allied-to-sport industry.
• A doctorate degree (Ph.D., J.D., or Ed.D) is desirable.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate sport management courses (online or in-person).

Application Process

Candidates should submit their application materials through the Interfolio online system (apply.interfolio.com/153842) and reference Position Numbers 53259, 53285, and 53705 and on all application materials. Application materials should include the following.

• Letter of application highlighting the candidate’s qualifications,
• Curriculum vitae, and
• Names, Titles, and eMail addresses of three references.

To ensure full consideration for the positions, applications must be submitted by October 25, 2024, although the search committee will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decisions after they have been made.

The start date for these positions is August 2025. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Please contact Dr. Willis A. Jones for questions about the search submission process, the department, or the position at wajones@smu.edu. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

About the Department of Applied Physiology and Sport Management

The Department of Applied Physiology and Sport Management offers both graduate and undergraduate programs. Its graduate programs include a Master of Science in Sport Management and a Master of Science in Health Promotion Management. Its undergraduate programs include majors and minors in sport management, applied physiology and health management, and sport performance leadership. In addition, the School’s Ph.D. in education program offers an option for focused study of applied physiology. As needed for research and observation, students have access to the department’s two laboratories: the Applied Physiology Laboratory equipped with an environmental chamber, force plates, and teaching pods and the Integrated Physiology Laboratory that specializes in the study of autonomic function in health and disease.

Department of Counseling

Assistant Clinical Professors (2), Position Numbers 52757 & 53381

The Department of Counseling seeks two full-time Clinical Assistant Professors. 

Position Responsibilities

• Teaching clinical courses and utilizing generalist teaching skills for core counseling curriculum.
• Academic (individual and group) advising.
• Clinic administration.
• Clinical supervision of students.
• Supporting departmental program projects and events.
• Providing service to the School and University.

Required Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in counseling or counselor education (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) from a CACREP-accredited program.
• Clinical supervisory experience and/or a supervisory credential.
• Commitment to diversity and ability to infuse diversity into all classes.
• Teaching experience in counseling-related courses, including clinical courses and counseling core curriculum.
• Demonstrated identity as a counselor educator and clinician.
• Clinical experience in the field.

Preferred Qualifications

• LPC licensure
• Experience managing a counseling clinic
• Experience teaching ethics courses
• Marriage, couple, and family counseling experience
• School counseling experience
• Addiction/substance abuse counseling experience
• One to three years teaching experience

Application Process

Candidates should submit their application materials through the Interfolio online system at: http://apply.interfolio.com/148784 and reference Position Numbers 52757 and 53381 and all application materials.  The following documents are required for consideration.

1. Cover letter outlining teaching, scholarship, professional service, and clinical experiences as well as research experience, if applicable.
2. Curriculum Vitae.
3. Three references, including their names, affiliations, and contact information. References will only be contacted if the candidate advances to the on-campus interview stage.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by November 15, 2024, although the positions will remain open until filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the positions are filled.

The start date for these positions is August 2025. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. For questions about the faculty search process, contact Kathy Silva at ksilva@smu.edu. For questions about the department or position, contact Dr. Mario De La Garza, Search Committee Chair, at madelagarza@smu.edu. Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

About the Department of Counseling

The SMU Counseling program is ranked nationally among the top 5 best value schools (https://www.bestvalueschools.org/masters-in-counseling/). The Counseling Program maintains approximately 300 graduate students whose capstone experience is practica in the state-of-the-art SMU Center for Family Counseling and other community internship sites. The program offers three CACREP accredited Specialties: Clinical Mental Health; Marriage, Couple & Family; and School Counseling. The Center for Family Counseling, the department’s on-campus clinic, offers services to the community and provides a counseling experience for practicum students prior to their clinical internships. With an emphasis on teaching, faculty work collaboratively to sustain a nurturing and innovative environment focused on embracing diversity, pluralism, and advocacy, which are hallmarks of the program and have contributed to its ongoing success. Faculty are committed to the well-being and success of students and each other.

Department of Education Policy and Leadership

Assistant Clinical Professor, Position Number 53482

The Department of Education Policy and Leadership invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership. This is a non-tenure-track, ten-month contract with the possibility of renewal. The position is responsible for teaching coursework in the department’s two Ed. D. programs - one in PK12 and the other in Higher Education-- as well as in the master’s programs in PK12 and Higher Education. The candidate should be able to teach applied quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. The faculty member will serve as a chair and advisor for EdD dissertations, provide writing and research support to graduate students, and engage in service to the EPL department. The department seeks candidates whose professional experiences have prepared them to contribute positively to the department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion; we seek a collaborative colleague to join the department’s community and be involved in all aspects of our work.

Position Requirements

• Earned doctorate in educational administration, leadership, policy, higher education or related field.
• Experience teaching a range of content- and methods-focused courses at the doctoral and master’s level, particularly quantitative and qualitative research methods with a focus on applied research.
• Experience advising and/or chairing dissertations for students seeking education leadership doctorates (EdDs) across both PK12 and Higher Education program areas.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusiveness.
• Experience facilitating adult learning in informal and formal settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have expertise or experience teaching courses in two or more of the following areas: Academic Leadership, Organizational Change, Literature Review, Research Design, Assessment and Evaluation, Data Management and Visualization.

Application Process

Candidates should submit their application materials through the Interfolio online system (https://apply.interfolio.com/148800) and reference Position Number 53482 on all application materials Application materials should include the following.

1. A cover letter highlighting the candidate’s interest and qualifications for the position, with specific reference to advising and supporting students in applied doctoral research and teaching methods courses in quantitative and qualitative methods. The department encourages candidates to highlight their efforts and address their commitment to inclusivity and/or qualifications to work with diverse students, faculty, and staff,
2. Resume or curriculum vitae, and
3. The names and contact information for three references, who will only be contacted if the candidate advances to the interview stage.

To ensure full consideration for the position, applications should be received by October 27, 2024, although the search committee will continue to accept applications until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of the employment decision after the position is filled.

The start date for these positions is August 2025. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. For questions about the position or the application process, contact either search co-chair, Dr. Meredith Richards (mprichards@smu.edu) or Dr. Ashley Stone (astone@smu.edu). Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.

About the Department of Education Policy & Leadership

The Department of Education Policy & Leadership is a dynamic and collegial environment where research, policy, and practice are valued in the preparation of future education leaders; it cultivates and supports leaders and researchers dedicated to improving educational outcomes and the culture of learning in schools, colleges, and educational systems through leadership development, scholarship, and service. The faculty has extensive experience in both practice and research and values a diversity of expertise and experiences. The department offers five programs: an Ed.D. in Pk-12 Educational Leadership, Ed.D. in Higher Education, M.Ed. Accelerated PK-12 Leadership, M.Ed. Higher Education, and a Principal Certification program.

Department of Teaching and Learning

If available, positions will be posted on this site by Oct. 20, 2024. 

The Department of Teaching and Learning (T&L) is a dynamic and collegial environment where research, policy, and practice are valued in the preparation of Teachers and Teacher Leaders. Faculty members have extensive expertise in both research and practice, drawing on a variety of experiences. The Teaching and Learning programs engage in continuous assessment and improvement of department courses and organizational structures with an emphasis on incorporating diversity and equity and is committed, as well, to providing mentoring support to new members of the department commensurate with their rank. Explore more at http://www.smu.edu/Simmons/Academics.

The department includes graduate study in Learning Sciences, Teacher Education, Bilingual/ESL Education, Special Education, Literacy, Gifted and Talented, Math Education, STEM Education, and Urban Education. In addition, the department includes the Technology-Enhanced Immersion Learning (TEIL) cluster that focuses on learning sciences, artificial intelligence, machine learning, technology-enhanced learning, assessment, and behavior change.

Department of Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Studies

No positions available at present.

The Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Studies department offers a wide range of interdisciplinary, skills-based master’s, doctoral, and certificate programs for professionals, community leaders, and individuals. Students in this vibrant community represent a range of professional and community backgrounds and educational goals. The department offers a Master of Arts in Dispute Resolution, Master of Liberal Studies, Doctor of Liberal Studies, Graduate Certificate in Dispute Resolution, Executive Coaching Concentration, Healthcare Collaboration and Conflict Engagement Certificate, and Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study. Adjunct positions can be found at https://www.smu.edu/simmons/about-us/job-openings/adjunct-positions.

About the Simmons School, SMU, and the City of Dallas

The Simmons School of Education & Human Development

SMU’s Simmons School of Education and Human Development was founded in 2005 and is ranked among the top 11 private graduate schools of education in the United States and among the top 3 public and private graduate schools of education in Texas. The school has undergraduate and graduate programs across five academic departments, including Applied Physiology and Sport Management, Counseling, Education Policy and Leadership, Human-Centered Interdisciplinary Studies, and Teaching and Learning. In addition, Simmons is home to three school-level centers:  The Center on Research and Evaluation, The Budd Center: Involving Communities in Education, and College Access. Comprised of two state-of-the-art academic buildings, the Simmons School has over 80,000 sq. feet of office and classroom spaces, applied physiology labs, and a 21st century teacher-development studio to advance the development of pre-service and in-service teachers. The Simmons School promotes excellence by engaging in and disseminating research, securing significant external grants and contracts, preparing exemplary professionals, and collaborating with other schools on campus. The Simmons School of Education & Human Development is a catalyst for discovery and innovation that transforms social conditions and advances human potential through excellence in research, teaching, and community outreach. Find out more at https://www.smu.edu/Simmons

SMU: The University

Located near the center of Dallas, SMUis a private university of 11,000 students offering strong undergraduate, graduate and professional programs through seven schools – Dedman College of Humanities and Sciences, Cox School of Business, Meadow School of the Arts, Lyle School of Engineering, Perkins School of Theology, Dedman School of Law, and Simmons School of Education and Human Development. Southern Methodist University’s location in Dallas, the fourth largest metropolitan area in the country, is an ideal setting for studying the opportunities and inequities that individuals, groups, and communities confront as they navigate and shape urban life. SMU researchers are part of an inclusive and intellectually vibrant community of internationally recognized scholars committed to diversity, equity and inclusion across the university in education, humanities, science, business, the arts, engineering, law, and theology. SMU is committed to inclusive teaching and opportunities for mentoring diverse students at graduate and undergraduate levels and offers excellent benefits including full same-sex domestic partner benefits. SMU welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. Explore SMU at http://www.smu.edu.

The City of Dallas

The City of Dallas is one of the nation’s most cosmopolitan, commercial, and cultural centers, and the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex is the fourth largest in the US. A great many publicly traded corporations are headquartered in DFW, with nine Fortune 500 companies based within Dallas. The DFW airport is one of the busiest airports in the world, and travel to nearly anywhere in the world is extremely convenient, often by direct flight. Dallas’ quality of life is exceptional, with a relatively low cost of living and a variety of housing options from high-rise, urban apartments to country-style single-family homes. A full range of professional sports teams, popular-to-highbrow music venues, a lively and innovative restaurant scene, numerous recreational opportunities, festivals, and more make Dallas an extremely livable city.

Dallas boasts the nation’s largest urban arts district, which comprises world-class museums and a luminous cluster of performing arts spaces, highlighted by the Winspear Opera House that was described by Opera magazine as America’s finest. With the Trinity River, White Rock Lake, almost 400 parks, and over 180 miles of urban hiking and biking trails, the city provides abundant opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. The city has been named one of the Greenest Cities in the world. SMU students and faculty utilize the Dallas metropolitan area as an extension of the classroom, characterized by engaged learning projects and corporate and community partnerships. To learn more about the rich culture of Dallas, visit https://www.visitdallas.com/.

SMU does not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.