Dr. Melody & Gov. Ronnie Musgrove Endowed Chair of Special Education
Dr. Melody & Gov. Ronnie Musgrove Endowed Chair of Special Education
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Position Description
Endowed Chair in Special Education
The University of Mississippi Department of Teacher Education
The University of Mississippi invites applications for the inaugural Gov. Ronnie and Dr. Melody Musgrove Endowed Chair in Special Education. This prestigious position honors former Mississippi Governor Ronnie Musgrove a lifelong advocate for education and his late wife Dr. Melody Musgrove a former faculty member in the School of Education who held numerous leadership roles in education at the state and national levels. Dr. Musgrove notably served on the Mississippi Department of Education in the early 2000s and was appointed by President Barack Obama to lead the U.S. Department of Educations Office of Special Education Programs from 2010 to 2016.
This endowed chair position is housed in the Department of Teacher Education and is designed for a distinguished educator with a strong record of leadership in the field of special education. The successful candidate will be expected to guide academic initiatives related to special education support the preparation of future special education teachers and influence educational policy and practice at the state and national levels.
Position Details
Appointment: 9 Month
Assignment Type: Tenure Track
Minimum Qualifications
- Terminal degree in special education or closely related field. Experience in educational policy curriculum or instruction with a research agenda aligned to impact the field in a substantial way.
Minimum of five years of professional experience in special education with demonstrated impact in academic policy or leadership roles
Proven ability to lead initiatives that result in meaningful and lasting contributions to the field
Strong record of scholarship teaching or policy work relevant to special education
Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.
Application Procedures
To apply please submit the following:
A cover letter outlining your qualifications and vision for the role
A current curriculum vitae
A completed online application
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
About the University of MS & Oxford MS
Founded in 1848 the University of Mississippi (UM) affectionately known to alumni students and friends as Ole Miss is Mississippis flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification it has a long history of producing leaders in public service academics and business. The University of Mississippi consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a Great College to Work For is located in Oxford MS which is ranked one of the Top 10 Best College Towns. With more than 24000 students UM is the states largest university and is ranked among the nations fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2900 employees has consistently been named one of Mississippis Healthiest Workplaces.
Touted as the Cultural Mecca of the South creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxfords rich history small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times Southern Living Cond Nast Traveler and GQ. Among other cultural activities annual events include the Oxford Film Festival a thriving local music scene and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town filled with unique shops and galleries eclectic restaurants and clubs historic landmarks and comfortable inns.
Background Check Statement
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EEO Statement
Employment Type
Full Time
