Postdoc Research Associate

University of Nebraska–Lincoln, United States

Updated: 3 months ago
Location: Lincoln, NEBRASKA
Job Type: FullTime
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Position Information
Position Information


Working Title Postdoc Research Associate
Department Ctr for Science Math & Computer Ed-3076
Requisition Number F_240193
Posting Open Date 11/11/2024
Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 12/12/2024
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Description of Work
The Center for Science, Math, and Computer Education at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is seeking applications for a postdoc research associate. The successful candidate will work as an education researcher on multiple grant-funded projects in a mathematics education (with a possibility for a variety of STEM education areas) at the undergraduate, graduate, and PK-12 level(s). The ideal candidate will be able to contribute to existing research programs in mathematics and STEM education, including contributing to grant proposals. Candidates will work on multiple collaborative research teams and will also have opportunities to engage in STEM education outreach activities. Depending on the applicants’ expertise and college needs, there is a possibility for teaching a course each year.
As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://equity.unl.edu/notice-nondiscrimination/ .
Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Ph.D., Ed.D., or Ed.S. in education, STEM education, a STEM discipline, or a closely related field (such as sociology).
  • Demonstrated commitment to broadening participation in STEM/mathematics.
  • Demonstrated potential for excellence in STEM education research.
Preferred Qualifications
Research interests that:
  • Include undergraduate, graduate, or PK-12 STEM education with attention to broadening participation in mathematics (o integrated STEM).
  • Reflect engagement in both quantitative and qualitative research methods.
  • Have practical applications for STEM education outreach.
  • Reflect experience working on collaborative, possibly interdisciplinary, research teams.
  • Will complement and extend those of the discipline based education researchers on campus.
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    Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE
    Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required
    Criminal History Background Check Required No
    Posted Salary
    How to Apply
    Click “Apply for this Job,” complete the Faculty/Academic Administrative Information Form, and attach the following documents:
  • A letter of application.
  • Curriculum vitae.
  • A minimum of two (2) letters of reference, at least one of which addresses research. Combine into a single document and attach as “List of References.”
  • Separate statements addressing research, teaching, and equity in math education. Combine into a single document and attach as “Other Document.”
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    For questions or accommodations related to this position contact
    Carolyn Kollmann
    ckollmann2@unl.edu
    Job Category
    Job Category (old) Post Docs & Other Academic
    Job Type Full-Time
    Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes
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