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Dissertation Chair Faculty


Responsibilities:

Capella School of Education dissertation "Mentor only" faculty are adjunct, part-time faculty members who serve as chairs (mentors) of dissertation committees in an independent contractor capacity. The position involves a specialized role supervising doctoral learners and participating on related committees. Dissertation mentors work with learners to create a positive learner experience and ensure that dissertations are consistent with prevailing standards for scholarship by providing direction and supportive interaction throughout the phases of the dissertation. As supervisors of dissertation committees, mentor-only faculty are expected to be experts in the subject matter of their specialization. Mentor-only positions are available in the following P-12 and higher education specializations: Curriculum and Instruction, Professional Studies, Post-Secondary and Adult Education, Nursing Education, Special Education Leadership, Instructional Design for Online Learning, Leadership in Higher Education, Leadership in Educational Administration, K-12 Studies, and Training and Performance Improvement.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications - Dissertation Mentor Faculty

  • PhD or EdD from a regionally accredited institution required
  • College level teaching experience of 3 years or more
  • Experience supervising doctoral students

Preferred Qualifications - Dissertation Mentor Faculty

  • Strong research background

To Apply:

Complete the application form below and forward electronically with your resume/ curriculum vitae and letter of interest including a statement describing your commitment to and experiences with diversity.


Please forward cover letter and resume
via e-mail to:

SOEmentoring@capella.edu
Capella University
Human Resources
225 South 6th Street, 9th Floor
Minneapolis, MN 55402

In the subject line of your e-mail, please include the Ref Code SoE Mentor to apply for an Adjunct Faculty position.


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