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Working Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor - Psychometrics and Quantitative Methods
Department:
Educational Psychology-1047
Requisition Number:
F_260108
Posting Open Date:
10/15/2026
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date):
11/16/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Description of Work:
The Department of Educational Psychology seeks applicants for a nine-month tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor in our Quantitative, Qualitative, and Psychometric Methods (QQPM) program beginning August 2027. We are seeking individuals with a doctorate in psychometrics, measurement, quantitative methods, or a related field to be completed no later than August 2027. Expertise or interest in modern psychometrics (e.g., modern issues in testing, large language models, fairness, equating, computerized adaptive testing, diagnostic classification models, automatic item generation, scale/test development), latent variable modeling approaches (e.g., IRT, SEM, person-centered analysis, factor analysis), multilevel modeling, and/or a related approach is required. Experience or interest in methodological applications relevant to the areas of applied statistics, causal inference, non-parametric and/or categorical data, Bayesian estimation and/or inference, and/or program evaluation is desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Developing and maintaining an on-going program of methodological research leading to publications in major quantitative, psychometric, statistical, and/or methodological journals.
- Collaborating with faculty across the College of Education and Human Sciences, UNL, and the University of Nebraska system on methodological issues related to substantive research projects.
- Effective instruction, student research advisement, and student mentoring.
- Participating in faculty governance.
- Participating in and/or preparing applications for external funding.
- Providing leadership and service at local, state, and national levels.
ABOUT US
The Department of Educational Psychology (https://edpsyc.unl.edu) is nationally known for educational research that combines theoretical depth with practical significance; systematic mentorship of students and junior faculty; active collaboration among faculty and students and commitment to creating an environment where all individuals can thrive. We are a graduate-oriented department that offers master's and doctoral degree specializations in QQPM, Development and Learning Sciences, School Psychology, and Counseling Psychology. The Department houses the Buros Center for Testing, the Nebraska Evaluation and Research Center, and the Nebraska Internship Consortium in Professional Psychology. The Department is also closely affiliated with the Nebraska Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families, and Schools, an interdisciplinary center identified as an institutional Program of Excellence. The Department cooperates with four other academic departments in providing learning experiences for undergraduate and graduate students in the College of Education and Human Sciences.
The College of Education and Human Sciences strives to be a vibrant, welcoming, and caring community driven by our mission to enhance the lives of individuals, families, schools, and communities, and strengthening the relationships among them.
Residents of Lincoln, Nebraska enjoy a vibrant and growing community with a strong economy, low cost of living, and affordable housing (http://www.lincoln.org). Lincoln offers an abundance of parks, hiking and biking trails, and exceptional public schools. Notable entertainment and cultural opportunities can be found on and off campus in the downtown, Haymarket, and Railyard areas, and at the Lied Center for Performing Arts.
Minimum Required Qualifications:
- Doctorate in psychometrics, measurement, quantitative methods, or a related field conferred no later than August 2027.
- Research productivity and an emerging publication record.
- Potential for excellence in teaching and mentoring graduate and/or undergraduate students.
- Expertise or interest in modern psychometrics (e.g., modern issues in testing, large language models, fairness, equating, computerized adaptive testing, diagnostic classification models, automatic item generation, scale/test development), latent variable modeling approaches (e.g., IRT, SEM, person-centered analysis, factor analysis), multilevel modeling, and/or a related approach.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Record of scholarly publications commensurate to faculty rank.
- Evidence of success in pursuing and securing external funding.
- Experience or interest in methodological applications relevant to the areas of applied statistics, causal inference, non-parametric and/or categorical data, Bayesian estimation and/or inference, and/or program evaluation.
Work Location (City, State):
Lincoln, NE
How to Apply:
Click "Apply for this Job," complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative Information Form, and attach the following documents:
- Letter of application.
- Current curriculum vitae.
- Contact information for three professional references.
- Three samples of scholarly writing. Combine into a single document and attach as "Other Document."
In addition, arrange for three reference letters with contact information to be sent by the review date to Dr. James Bovaird, QQPM Search Committee Chair, either by mail (114 Teachers College Hall, University of Nebraska, Lincoln, NE 68588-0345) or email (jbovaird2@unl.edu) sent directly from the reference.
Candidates wishing additional information are encouraged to contact Dr. Bovaird by phone (402-570-4000) or email (jbovaird2@unl.edu).
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:
Dr. James Bovaird, Search Committee Chair
Email: jbovaird2@unl.edu
Phone: 402-570-4000
Job Category (old):
Faculty Tenure/Tenure Leading
Job Type:
Full-Time
Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?:
No
Planned Hire Date:
August 2027
Organizational Location:
Default Location