Career Opportunities: Post Doc Research Assistant (33455)

Position

Post-Doctoral Research Associate for National Science Foundation Funded Project

Position Description

The Department of Education at Purdue University seeks to hire a post-doctoral scholar, starting Spring 2025, to contribute to STEM education research projects, including a multi-institution NSF-funded study. The project “Investigating how intensive and modest supports effect rural, elementary teachers’ science and engineering practice” aims to build foundational knowledge on the sustainability of targeted science and engineering instructional improvements in rural schools and the viability of extending these programs through the implementation of modest teacher supports. The project brings together a team of researchers from the University of North Dakota, University of Wyoming, Purdue University, and Wested.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Work directly with a multi-institution team to help coordinate the collaboration of teachers from small schools in multiple states to ensure participants who engage with specific supports are connected with each other.
• Dissemination of project results through development of conference papers and manuscripts for peer reviewed journals.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate students working on education research projects.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Science Education, Engineering Education, or related field
• Demonstrated ability to publish and present peer-reviewed scientific products

Preferred Qualifications

• Qualitative data collection and analysis skills, including videos of classroom instruction
• Teaching and research experience in K-12 schools
• Experience with engineering education research
• Experience with practice-based professional development
• Knowledgeable of rural education research

Starting Date

January 1, 2025

Appointment Terms

• This position has an initial 6-month contract (Jan 1, 2025-June 30, 2025) with the potential for a yearlong renewal (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) based on performance and available funding.
• Compensation is $60,000 per fiscal year (12 months) and is commensurate with qualifications. Health benefits and travel/research funds are also provided.
• The position has the option to be fully remote.

Inquiries

Inquiries about this position may be directed to:  Dr. Rebekah Hammack (rhammack@purdue.edu)

Application

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. 

Applications must include:

1. A letter of application addressing the applicant’s qualifications and how they will contribute to the project
2. A current curriculum vitae
3. Contact information for three references
4. A representative writing sample

Purdue University

PURDUE UNIVERSITY is a leading land grant and research university and ranks among the 15 largest universities in the nation. The university has an enrollment of more than 50,884 on the West Lafayette campus and more than 24,000 on regional campuses across Indiana. It is located in West Lafayette, IN, one hour northwest of Indianapolis and two hours southeast of Chicago.

Background Check

A background check will be required for employment in this position.

Equal Opportunity

Purdue University is an EOE/AA employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.