The Institute for STEM Education and the Office of Research and Innovation invites internal applications for the new position of Associate Director of Faculty Support. This is an ideal pathway for entry into administration for a faculty member with demonstrative commitment to excellent teaching and a desire to support their colleagues. The successful candidate will have opportunities to implement their own ideas on fostering a campus community culture while developing, implementing and assessing programs that support teaching (for example, Teaching Circles, Classroom Pairs, innovative and relevant curriculum development, etc.). They will work closely with the STEM Institute Director, Associate Vice President of Research and Innovation, the Dean of the Graduate School, the Academic Dean and Division Heads to fulfill faculty needs for support. The appointment is for two years and the compensation is $7,000 of summer salary per year. This position is supported by the Donald C. Clark Teaching Effectiveness Endowment. Please submit your CV and a letter of interest by July 19, 2026

● Work directly with the Director of Institute for STEM Ed as well as collaborate with the Associate Vice President of Research and Innovation and the Dean of the Graduate School as needed.

● Develop, implement, and assess programs that support faculty teaching (for example, Teaching Circles, Classroom Pairs, Curriculum Development Support, etc…)

● Coordinate faculty development in research

● Aid in the coordination of campus-wide efforts that support faculty including the CURE

● Communicate with Division Heads about faculty needs and opportunities

● Manage seed grants, travel awards, and other relevant initiatives

Minimum Education: PhD 

The physical demands characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Health & Safety: All staff has a statutory responsibility to take reasonable care of themselves, others and the environment and to prevent harm by their acts or omissions. All staff is therefore required to adhere to the University’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Policy & Procedures.

DISCLAIMER: The above statements are designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, skills, and qualifications required of personnel so classified.

Special Instructions to Applicants: An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, Clarkson actively seeks and encourages applications from veterans and people with disabilities. 

All offers of employment are subject to the applicant successfully passing a background check (including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, and criminal records