Postdoctoral Fellow - Department of Special Education

Job Description

The Department of Special Education invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship position. The Postdoctoral Fellow will work with Dr. Delinda van Garderen and others as a part of a research group (see https://scienceandliteracy.missouri.edu/ ) and other research opportunities as they arise. This position is a part of the MU Research Excellence Program: https://gradschool.missouri.edu/postdoctoral-education/mu-researchexcellence-program-rep .

Research Expectations for Position:

• Participation in established research program focused teacher professional development in mathematics and/or science
• Opportunity to pursue their own scholarly work in research and dissemination as well as submission of an early career award grant
• Participation in professional development including grant writing training, personalized guidance in finding funding, and support in the process of submitting an early career award
• Participation in mentoring opportunities

Candidates Will Be Evaluated On:

• Experience or capability writing for publication
• Experience or capability in grant writing
• Experience or capability in science and/or mathematics education for students with special needs

Appointment : 12 months beginning Fall 2023 with opportunity for renewing for 2 years total

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
• An earned doctorate in Special Education or related field at the time of appointment
• Experience in K-12 special education or in special education teacher education

Application Materials

To Apply:
(a) Letter of application for the position
(b) CV
(c) Up to two sample scholarly artifacts
(d) Three references (contact information only)

Questions: Dr. Delinda van Garderen, vangarderend@missouri.edu, Search Committee Chair

Application Deadline

Beginning Review Date: Review of applications will begin December 1 and continue until the position is filled.

Other Information

About the Department of Special Education
The Department of Special Education (SPED) is one of six academic units within the MU College of Education and Human Development. SPED offers programs for students seeking undergraduate, master’s and doctoral degrees. SPED faculty members are consistently recognized – internationally and across the U.S. – for their
individual and collaborative research excellence. SPED is home to several state and federally supported training, demonstration, and research projects. The department has the highest per faculty member external funding average in the college.

About the College: The College of Education & Human Development is ranked among the top doctoral granting colleges of education in the country. Today, the College has a student population of approximately 1000 undergraduates and 1,600 graduate students, and over 100 faculty. The College is financially well positioned to invest in innovation. Annual expenditures for externally funded projects are approximately $20 million with funded projects in research, instruction and public service. Our research portfolio has increased significantly in recent years, and is poised for continued significant strategic growth. The College is a leader on the campus and is nationally recognized for its distance and online education programs.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-884-2577 .

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.

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Columbia Missouri Information

About MU and the Surrounding Community: Founded in 1839 in Columbia, the University of Missouri is a public research university that belongs to the people of Missouri. The first public university west of the Mississippi River, Mizzou is a member of the competitive SEC conference, a committed flagship and land-grant institution — and a proud member of the prestigious AAU which features the top research universities in the country. With an enrollment of over 30,000 students, Mizzou is a $2.2 billion global enterprise, with areas of strength including media, agriculture and plant science, human and animal health, sustainable energy and more. A pioneer of experiential learning and the famed Missouri Method, Mizzou is a place where hands-on learning leads to world-class research and unparalleled student success. Visit missouri.edu to learn more.

MU is located in Columbia, a metropolitan community of approximately 130,000 which has been rated by Money Magazine, Men’s Journal and MSN.COM as one of the best places to live in the U.S. MU is one of only six universities in the U.S. that is both the flagship and land grant institution housing medicine, veterinary medicine and law on the same campus. As an AAU member institution since 1908, MU is recognized as one of the top research and educational institutions in the nation.

This position provides an opportunity to work at a world-class research university in a beautiful and diverse setting that offers a high quality of life. There are numerous opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts and Columbia has been recognized as a bike-friendly community. Both Kansas City and St. Louis are within a 90-minute drive
offering the shopping and cultural opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Columbia has a very high-quality public school system and provides many opportunities for art, culture, and music enthusiasts.

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