University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill
Faculty Position in Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education Open Rank - Tenure
University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill, Elkins Hills, North Carolina, United States
Posting Information
Department: School of Education - 340100 Posting Open Date: 08/25/2025 Application Deadline: Open until filled Open Until Filled: Yes Position Type: Permanent Faculty Working Title: Faculty Position in Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education Open Rank - Tenure Track/Tenure Eligible Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure Track Vacancy ID: FAC0005600 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: Dependent on qualifications Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2026
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
consistently ranks as
one of the nation\'s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. The
UNC
School of Education, one of the longest-standing professional schools at the nation\'s first public university, ranks among the top schools of education in the U.S. and offers a full range of degree programs, from undergraduate to doctorate; forward-thinking certificate and licensure programs; and in-person, online, and HyFlex offerings. Faculty members generate knowledge across a number of fields, including human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, educational policy and leadership, and more; they also prepare students to become the most highly effective educators to lead in classrooms, schools, districts and beyond, as well as future scholars and researchers. University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, established in 1793 as the first public university in the nation, is a doctoral-granting institution situated in the beautiful college town of Chapel Hill, NC. Ranked fifth among public institutions by US News & World Report, Carolina has earned a reputation as one of the best universities in the world, and the School of Education, and its education policy program, is among the best in the nation. The School of Education prides itself on its strong, diverse student body, unparalleled academic opportunities, and a value unmatched by any public university in the nation. The School of Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The School offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership; prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina. In order to fulfill its mission, the School is organized into three academic divisions: (1) Culture, Curriculum, & Teacher Education (CCATE), (2) Learning, Development & Psychological Sciences (LDPS), and (3) Educational Policy, Organization, & Leadership (EPOL).
Position Summary
The School of Education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in artificial intelligence in K-12 education starting July 1, 2026. This is a full-time, 9-month tenure-line or tenured appointment depending on rank at the time of hire. The purpose of this faculty search is to hire a dynamic scholar who is doing cutting-edge, theory-grounded research in how to leverage artificial intelligence techniques to design and implement tools and solutions that enhance K-12 learning, teaching, and/or administration. Candidates for this position must have expertise in the development of machine learning and/or learning analytics solutions as well as experience translating that expertise into practical, useful, and scalable solutions for enhancing teaching, learning, and/or the administrative structures that facilitate teaching and learning in K-12 settings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Candidates must hold a doctorate in Education, the Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Educational Data Science, Artificial Intelligence in Education, or related disciplines. Candidates at the Assistant Professor level must have an earned doctorate at the time of hire. Candidates at the Associate Professor level must have an established record of research, funding, teaching, and service to meet the University\'s requirements for tenure and appointment. Depending on rank, candidates will demonstrate a research program that will lead to an outstanding and sustained record of scholarship and securing external funding or will already have such an established record. Candidates will have strong potential, or an established record, of outstanding university teaching and guiding students through dissertation research projects. Candidates for this position must have expertise in the development of machine learning and/or learning analytics solutions as well as experience translating that expertise into practical, useful, and scalable solutions for enhancing teaching, learning, and/or the administrative structures that facilitate teaching and learning in K-12 settings.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Strong preference will be given to candidates with a research focus on developing tools and/or solutions that leverage large datasets and theory to improve learning, teaching, and/or administration in education.
Special Instructions
To apply for the position, submit a letter of interest, vita, and the names of four references with full contact information, using the online application process
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/305802 . For full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 1, 2025, at which time the search committee will begin reviewing applications. The search will remain open until filled. For more information, email the Search Chair, Jeff Greene, at
jagreene@email.unc.edu .
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/305802
Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title: Jeff Greene, Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development Department Contact Email: jagreene@email.unc.edu
Academic Personnel / Equal Opportunity
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Department: School of Education - 340100 Posting Open Date: 08/25/2025 Application Deadline: Open until filled Open Until Filled: Yes Position Type: Permanent Faculty Working Title: Faculty Position in Artificial Intelligence in K-12 Education Open Rank - Tenure Track/Tenure Eligible Appointment Type: Tenured/Tenure Track Vacancy ID: FAC0005600 Full-time/Part-time: Full-Time Permanent Hours per week: 40 FTE: 1 Position Location: North Carolina, US Hiring Range: Dependent on qualifications Proposed Start Date: 07/01/2026
Position Information
Be a Tar Heel!
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
consistently ranks as
one of the nation\'s top public universities . Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn. One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community. University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance. The
UNC
School of Education, one of the longest-standing professional schools at the nation\'s first public university, ranks among the top schools of education in the U.S. and offers a full range of degree programs, from undergraduate to doctorate; forward-thinking certificate and licensure programs; and in-person, online, and HyFlex offerings. Faculty members generate knowledge across a number of fields, including human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, educational policy and leadership, and more; they also prepare students to become the most highly effective educators to lead in classrooms, schools, districts and beyond, as well as future scholars and researchers. University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities
for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks
for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.
UNC -Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package , paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, established in 1793 as the first public university in the nation, is a doctoral-granting institution situated in the beautiful college town of Chapel Hill, NC. Ranked fifth among public institutions by US News & World Report, Carolina has earned a reputation as one of the best universities in the world, and the School of Education, and its education policy program, is among the best in the nation. The School of Education prides itself on its strong, diverse student body, unparalleled academic opportunities, and a value unmatched by any public university in the nation. The School of Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The School offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership; prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina. In order to fulfill its mission, the School is organized into three academic divisions: (1) Culture, Curriculum, & Teacher Education (CCATE), (2) Learning, Development & Psychological Sciences (LDPS), and (3) Educational Policy, Organization, & Leadership (EPOL).
Position Summary
The School of Education at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites applications for a position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in artificial intelligence in K-12 education starting July 1, 2026. This is a full-time, 9-month tenure-line or tenured appointment depending on rank at the time of hire. The purpose of this faculty search is to hire a dynamic scholar who is doing cutting-edge, theory-grounded research in how to leverage artificial intelligence techniques to design and implement tools and solutions that enhance K-12 learning, teaching, and/or administration. Candidates for this position must have expertise in the development of machine learning and/or learning analytics solutions as well as experience translating that expertise into practical, useful, and scalable solutions for enhancing teaching, learning, and/or the administrative structures that facilitate teaching and learning in K-12 settings.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Candidates must hold a doctorate in Education, the Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Educational Data Science, Artificial Intelligence in Education, or related disciplines. Candidates at the Assistant Professor level must have an earned doctorate at the time of hire. Candidates at the Associate Professor level must have an established record of research, funding, teaching, and service to meet the University\'s requirements for tenure and appointment. Depending on rank, candidates will demonstrate a research program that will lead to an outstanding and sustained record of scholarship and securing external funding or will already have such an established record. Candidates will have strong potential, or an established record, of outstanding university teaching and guiding students through dissertation research projects. Candidates for this position must have expertise in the development of machine learning and/or learning analytics solutions as well as experience translating that expertise into practical, useful, and scalable solutions for enhancing teaching, learning, and/or the administrative structures that facilitate teaching and learning in K-12 settings.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
Strong preference will be given to candidates with a research focus on developing tools and/or solutions that leverage large datasets and theory to improve learning, teaching, and/or administration in education.
Special Instructions
To apply for the position, submit a letter of interest, vita, and the names of four references with full contact information, using the online application process
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/305802 . For full consideration, all application materials should be received by October 1, 2025, at which time the search committee will begin reviewing applications. The search will remain open until filled. For more information, email the Search Chair, Jeff Greene, at
jagreene@email.unc.edu .
Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/305802
Department Contact Information
Department Contact Name and Title: Jeff Greene, Associate Dean for Research and Faculty Development Department Contact Email: jagreene@email.unc.edu
Academic Personnel / Equal Opportunity
The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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