Job Description

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Job Posting Title:

Non-Tenured Professor of Research or Research Specialist of Arts Education

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM HSE - Office of Educational Research (Eugene Kennedy (00011900))

Work Location:

0223 George Peabody Hall

Pay Grade:

College of Human Sciences & Education

Office of Research

Non-Tenured Professor of Research or Research Specialist of Arts Education Focused on Grant and Charitable Gift Acquisition

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM HSE – Office of Educational Research (Eugene Kennedy)

Work Location:

223 Peabody Hall

Pay Grade:

Academic

Arts education is a priority area for federal, state, and private foundations, yet securing this funding requires specialized domain knowledge that our current development and sponsored research teams lack.

Alignment with Grant Mechanisms: Funding opportunities from bodies such as the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the Department of Education’s Arts in Education programs, and numerous private arts-focused foundations (e.g., The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, local community foundations) demand proposals grounded in current pedagogical research and measurable outcomes.

Increased Proposal Competitiveness: A specialist in arts education can articulate the intrinsic value and measurable societal impact of our programs with authority. This expertise is crucial for developing compelling grant narratives that directly address foundation priorities, such as social-emotional learning, and STEAM integration.

Filling a Knowledge Gap: A research-active faculty member or specialist is uniquely positioned to identify emerging research trends, collaborate internally with departments (Education, Psychology, Fine Arts), and structure projects that meet the strict criteria of major governmental and philanthropic solicitations.

Job Duties: 100%

1. Preparation and submission of large, multi-year grant proposals.

2. Direct support to other faculty members seeking arts-related funding.

3. Creation of compelling, donor-ready case statements for arts education initiatives.

Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Qualifications:

A terminal degree (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Arts Education, Curriculum & Instruction, or a closely related field.

• A proven track record of successful grant writing and/or philanthropic fundraising within an academic or non-profit setting, specifically for arts or humanities initiatives.
• Expertise in current research methodologies (qualitative and quantitative) to establish rigorous evaluation frameworks for proposed projects.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Interested and qualified candidates are required to submit a letter of application describing interest in this position and qualifications; a current vita; official transcripts; and the contact information of at least three references – including phone numbers and email addresses. Must pass a satisfactory background check.
For further information or questions, contact Dr. Eugene Kennedy Associate Dean for Academic Programs & Institutional Effectiveness at ekennedy@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

January 27, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

May 26, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

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