Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc
- Employer
- Syracuse University
- Location
- New York, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Feb 4, 2019
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Job # 074290 Job Title Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range Commensurate with experience FLSA Status Exempt Hours
As determined by the direct supervisor
Job Type Full-time Rank Post-Doctoral Staff Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description
Syracuse University, a research-intensive (R1) institution, is pleased to announce a position for a well-qualified Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc in Biology and/or Chemistry. This position will support the planning, development, and implementation of the Syracuse University Inclusive Excellence CHANcE Project funded by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute ( HHMI ).
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will be those with significant training and content knowledge in Biology and/or Chemistry and who hold a Ph.D. in Science/ STEM Education or a related field focused on undergraduate teaching and learning; or those who hold a Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field with significant training and experience in education research as well as course design and implementation of active-learning at the undergraduate level.
Job Specific Qualifications
General background knowledge and expertise:
- expert in active learning and other high-impact teaching practices
- expert in discipline-based education research in biology and/or chemistry
- significant knowledge in biology or chemistry, of the challenges of learning and teaching in that discipline, and of the science of learning and teaching generally.
- understand how people learn the concepts, practices, and ways of thinking of science
- understand the nature and development of expertise in a discipline
- understand how to identify and measure appropriate learning objectives and instructional approaches that advance students toward those objectives
- contribute to the STEM education knowledge base in a way that can guide the translation of Discipline Based Education Research findings to classroom practice
- identify approaches to make science education broad and inclusive
Competencies:
• Ph.D. in Science/ STEM Education or related field with a focus on teaching and learning in biology and/or chemistry; or a Ph.D in biology, chemistry, or a related field with significant training and experience in Discipline-based Education Research and teaching (graduate degree or postdoctoral training, significant education research publications, significant independent implementation of active learning pedagogy, etc.)
• Excellent skills working both independently and as a team member
• Able to earn trust in relationships with others by consistently demonstrating integrity (honesty, consistency, and reliability) and professional competence
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with executive decision makers and influencers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across multiple organizations
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to remain courteous and professional at all times
• Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative when problem-solving
• Ability to maintain calm and positive attitude and to work productively despite heavy workload, competing priorities, complex problems, and tight deadlines
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations/information with absolute discretion
Responsibilities
The Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc will contribute to high-quality teaching and professional development of Biology and Chemistry faculty toward implementation of High Impact Practices (HIPs) including active learning pedagogies and course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs). In addition, the Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc will work closely with various partners in the University and other stakeholders to research critical issues and develop evidence-based recommendations for potential inteventions. The portfolio of activities will include new and ongoing efforts to develop an inclusive environment in the Biology and Chemistry Departments for underrepresented minority and first-generation students. The Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc will hold appointments in the Biology and/or Chemistry Departments as well as the Department of Science Teaching and be mentored by senior faculty in Science Teaching and the Biology Education Research Group.
# HEJ
Physical Requirements
NA
Tools/Equipment
NA
Application Instructions
To this online application, please attach a CV, contact information for three references, and a cover letter which includes experiences relevant to inclusive pedagogy and use of high impact practices for teaching undergrads.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private research university of extraordinary academics, distinctive offerings and an undeniable spirit. With a gorgeous campus in the heart of New York State, a global footprint and a history that dates to 1870, we embrace diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
Our student population includes nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students, representing all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. Our proud commitment to veterans and their families is unrivaled in higher education. Home to 11 schools and colleges, Syracuse University blends the foundational power of the liberal arts with the intense focus of professional programs. We offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Sport and Human Dynamics, Information Studies, Law, Management, Citizenship and Public Affairs, Public Communications, and Visual and Performing Arts.
A medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of the state, Syracuse, N.Y., is approximately a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto and Montreal. With a metropolitan population of 700,000, Syracuse is a center for cultural, recreational and artistic events, including the Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse Stage, Symphoria, Destiny Mall, multiple sporting events, and festivals including Jazz Fest and Winterfest. The outdoor enthusiast will enjoy having the Adirondack Mountains, the Finger Lakes, Lake Ontario, and the Thousands Islands Region within easy driving distance of the Syracuse campus.
EEOC
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
About Syracuse University About the Syracuse area EEOC Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community Quick Link http://www.sujobopps.com/postings/78527 Job Posting Date 02/04/2019 Application Deadline 03/04/2019 Open Until Filled Yes Priority Consideration Job Category Faculty Message to Applicants
Job # 074290 Job Title Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range Commensurate with experience FLSA Status Exempt Hours
As determined by the direct supervisor
Job Type Full-time Rank Post-Doctoral Staff Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description
Syracuse University, a research-intensive (R1) institution, is pleased to announce a position for a well-qualified Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc in Biology and/or Chemistry. This position will support the planning, development, and implementation of the Syracuse University Inclusive Excellence CHANcE Project funded by the Howard Hughes Medical Institute ( HHMI ).
Qualifications
Qualified candidates will be those with significant training and content knowledge in Biology and/or Chemistry and who hold a Ph.D. in Science/ STEM Education or a related field focused on undergraduate teaching and learning; or those who hold a Ph.D. in Biology, Chemistry, or a related field with significant training and experience in education research as well as course design and implementation of active-learning at the undergraduate level.
Job Specific Qualifications
General background knowledge and expertise:
- expert in active learning and other high-impact teaching practices
- expert in discipline-based education research in biology and/or chemistry
- significant knowledge in biology or chemistry, of the challenges of learning and teaching in that discipline, and of the science of learning and teaching generally.
- understand how people learn the concepts, practices, and ways of thinking of science
- understand the nature and development of expertise in a discipline
- understand how to identify and measure appropriate learning objectives and instructional approaches that advance students toward those objectives
- contribute to the STEM education knowledge base in a way that can guide the translation of Discipline Based Education Research findings to classroom practice
- identify approaches to make science education broad and inclusive
Competencies:
• Ph.D. in Science/ STEM Education or related field with a focus on teaching and learning in biology and/or chemistry; or a Ph.D in biology, chemistry, or a related field with significant training and experience in Discipline-based Education Research and teaching (graduate degree or postdoctoral training, significant education research publications, significant independent implementation of active learning pedagogy, etc.)
• Excellent skills working both independently and as a team member
• Able to earn trust in relationships with others by consistently demonstrating integrity (honesty, consistency, and reliability) and professional competence
• Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with executive decision makers and influencers
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to work and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across multiple organizations
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to remain courteous and professional at all times
• Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively
• Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative when problem-solving
• Ability to maintain calm and positive attitude and to work productively despite heavy workload, competing priorities, complex problems, and tight deadlines
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential situations/information with absolute discretion
Responsibilities
The Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc will contribute to high-quality teaching and professional development of Biology and Chemistry faculty toward implementation of High Impact Practices (HIPs) including active learning pedagogies and course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs). In addition, the Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc will work closely with various partners in the University and other stakeholders to research critical issues and develop evidence-based recommendations for potential inteventions. The portfolio of activities will include new and ongoing efforts to develop an inclusive environment in the Biology and Chemistry Departments for underrepresented minority and first-generation students. The Discipline Based Education Research PostDoc will hold appointments in the Biology and/or Chemistry Departments as well as the Department of Science Teaching and be mentored by senior faculty in Science Teaching and the Biology Education Research Group.
# HEJ
Physical Requirements
NA
Tools/Equipment
NA
Application Instructions
To this online application, please attach a CV, contact information for three references, and a cover letter which includes experiences relevant to inclusive pedagogy and use of high impact practices for teaching undergrads.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private research university of extraordinary academics, distinctive offerings and an undeniable spirit. With a gorgeous campus in the heart of New York State, a global footprint and a history that dates to 1870, we embrace diverse backgrounds and viewpoints.
Our student population includes nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students, representing all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. Our proud commitment to veterans and their families is unrivaled in higher education. Home to 11 schools and colleges, Syracuse University blends the foundational power of the liberal arts with the intense focus of professional programs. We offer undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees in Architecture, Arts and Sciences, Education, Engineering and Computer Science, Sport and Human Dynamics, Information Studies, Law, Management, Citizenship and Public Affairs, Public Communications, and Visual and Performing Arts.
A medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of the state, Syracuse, N.Y., is approximately a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, Philadelphia, Toronto and Montreal. With a metropolitan population of 700,000, Syracuse is a center for cultural, recreational and artistic events, including the Everson Museum of Art, Syracuse Stage, Symphoria, Destiny Mall, multiple sporting events, and festivals including Jazz Fest and Winterfest. The outdoor enthusiast will enjoy having the Adirondack Mountains, the Finger Lakes, Lake Ontario, and the Thousands Islands Region within easy driving distance of the Syracuse campus.
EEOC
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
About Syracuse University About the Syracuse area EEOC Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community Quick Link http://www.sujobopps.com/postings/78527 Job Posting Date 02/04/2019 Application Deadline 03/04/2019 Open Until Filled Yes Priority Consideration Job Category Faculty Message to Applicants
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