Adjunct Researcher - Center for the Improvement of Teacher Education and Schooling (CITES)

Job Title: Adjunct Researcher - Center for the Improvement of Teacher Education and Schooling (CITES)

Posting End Date: August 18, 2026

• NOTE: Last day to apply is Monday, August 17, 2026, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: September 2, 2026

Position Description:

The BYU Center for the Improvement of Teacher Education and Schooling (CITES) is seeking a three-quarter-time adjunct faculty member to work with Dr. Bryant Jensen to support research within CITES. Grounded in the belief that teaching is a moral endeavor, our research will examine school leadership, instructional improvement, teacher preparation, and professional development with a focus on strengthening relationships and educational outcomes. Guided by the principle of simultaneous renewal and inspired by faith in Jesus Christ, CITES research will promote rigorous inquiry, reflection, and action to foster lasting improvements for students, families, educators, and schools.

Required Degree:

PhD in a field related to educational research. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

• Expertise in research on teacher education and school improvement
• Experience collaborating with student researchers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong collaboration and organizational skills
• Quantitative and qualitative research skills
• Knowledge of teacher education and school improvement

Duties/Expectations:

• Assist in research that will address key challenges in public education and teacher preparation through the long-standing partnership we have at BYU with public schools (see https://byupartnership.org/).
• Manage the collection and organization of data for research projects
• Coordinate project activities and maintain a high level of communication with the research team.
• Maintain quality control of data, meet data collection timelines, and establish data management systems.
• Coordinate with school sites to recruit and maintain study participants.
• Assist in developing data collection protocols.
• Onboard and supervise student research assistants to collect data with fidelity, accuracy, and reliability.
• Present at regional, national, and international conferences.

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it "bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel" (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university's Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.