Postdoctoral Research Associate

University of Southern Mississippi - Hattiesburg, MS

Full-time - Entry Level

Hattiesburg, MS

10,001+ employees

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Southern Mississippi is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to join the Center for STEM Education, with the position commencing in August 2024. This full-time role is grant-funded and will be based on the Hattiesburg campus. The successful candidate will engage in collaborative research focused on STEM education, working closely with faculty members from the Center. The position is designed for individuals with a strong background in STEM education research methods and data collection, particularly those who have experience working with K-16 students and/or teachers. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of extension depending on project progress and funding availability. In this role, the Postdoctoral Research Associate will conduct research related to ongoing STEM programs within the Center for STEM Education. Responsibilities will include mentoring and supervising graduate student research, communicating research findings through technical reports, peer-reviewed journal articles, and presentations to various stakeholders. Additionally, the associate will participate in grant proposal writing and may be assigned other duties as necessary. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to significant research initiatives while fostering connections with diverse student populations and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research related to ongoing STEM programs in the Center for STEM Education.
• Engage in mentorship and supervision of graduate student research.
• Communicate results of research to a spectrum of stakeholders via preparation of technical reports, peer-reviewed journal articles, and formal and informal presentations.
• Participate in writing grant proposals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• PhD in Mathematics Education, Engineering Education, STEM Education, or closely related professional field. ABD applicants will be considered.
• Background in STEM Education research methods and data collection.
• Experience working with K-16 students and/or teachers.
• Depth of knowledge of the literature in STEM education.

Nice-to-haves

• Teaching experience in K12 or higher education.
• Experience in informal STEM learning settings.
• Expertise in quantitative and/or qualitative research methods.
• Experience working on research teams and collecting data with human subjects.
• An emphasis on building connections with diverse student populations and establishing relationships with K12 school and community partners.
• A desire to engage in recruitment and retention of graduate-level students for coursework and/or programs focused on STEM education.