Re: Wannabe biology prof

On 9/30/09, Kate wrote:
> I am not sure what type of institution you are interested in,
> but if you want a tenure-track position at a 4 yr research
> school you absolutely need a doctorate, plus likely postdoc
> experience to be a competitive candidate. A doctorate in Ed for
> a science professor is useless. You need a research degree.
> Check the The Chronicle for open positions and their requirements.
>
> On 9/29/09, Biochick wrote:
>> I taught biology full-time at a 4-year institution with a
>> Master's in Biological Sciences. I can now only get work
>> as an adjunct. My state has limited choices for a doctorate
>> in biology. Should I pursue a Ph.D. in Biology elsewhere
>> or can I get hired with a doctoral degree in education?

I agree that a research university would only accept a Ph.D. Many
state universities would feel the same way. However, a Doctorate
in Educational Technology may be appealing to some non-research
oriented universities or small private universities. You would
also be competitive for many on-line teaching positions...if that
is what you want.