Working/Functional Title

MA Coordinator

Position Summary

The MA Coordinator position will oversee a curriculum that ensures students come away with an understanding of the role statistics plays in educational research including the role of Bayesian statistics which are foundational to how generative AI are designed and function today (e.g., machine learning algorithms). This includes how generative AI can be used to support the interpretation and application of quantitative measurements in educational research. In addition, students will learn how to think ethically and responsibly?about the use of AI in educational research by studying it from historical, social, and cultural perspectives. The program will be designed with a mixture of required and elective courses on quantitative measurement, educational studies with varying methodologies, and artificial?intelligence.? 

This person will be tasked with working both independently and with faculty members to design the curriculum for the new master's program. This will involve (a) completing a market analysis and investigating target audience for the development of the new program, (b) working with the Program Development committee to develop a list of required courses and elective courses that together satisfy university requirements, and (c) identifying the key concepts and learning objectives that will be covered in each course. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Statistics, Psychometrics or Computer Science

Desired Degree

Doctorate

Minimum Requirements

Doctorate or Masters in Statistics, Psychometrics or Computer Science and a background or degree in Education or a related behavioral science.

If the candidate has a PHD they will be hired as fixed-term faculty. If the candidate has a Master's Degree, they will be hired as fixed-term academic specialist.

Desired Qualifications

Ph.D. in Statistics, Psychometrics or Computer Science, and a background or degree in Education or a related behavioral science. Experience in curriculum design/development, particularly in an online learning environment. It is preferred but not required that applicants have a background in artificial intelligence, quantitative measurement, science and technology studies.  

Required Application Materials

Upload the following required documents:

A) a letter of application (2 pages maximum) describing your interests, background, and professional experience to match the position description,

B) current resume or curriculum vitae,

C) contact information for two professional references.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of Applications Begins On

09/02/2024

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

https://education.msu.edu/

MSU Statement

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