Postdoctoral Research Associate
Chemistry Education Research
Michigan State University
We are seeking a postdoctoral researcher in chemistry education research to work on an NSF funded project: Supporting Student Mechanistic Reasoning Through Scaffolded Task Design and Generative AI Feedback. The successful candidate will be mentored by Melanie Cooper.
The applicant should have completed (or anticipate completion of) a doctoral degree in chemistry education, or chemistry with some demonstrated experience in DBER. Applicants should have a strong commitment to undergraduate STEM education and interest in working with a leading group of interdisciplinary STEM education researchers.
The successful candidate will have experience with a mix of some set of the following areas (experience with AI and Large Language Models is desirable but not necessary):
- assessment of student learning
- assessment of student affect
- observation protocol development and use
- qualitative research methods
- quantitative research methods
- mentoring undergraduate researchers
- presenting and publishing research findings
Excellent writing and organizational skills are required, and the successful candidate will be expected to participate in the mentoring of graduate and undergraduate research assistants. The salary is commensurate with education and experience, and the appointment will be on an annual basis with the possibility for renewal/reappointment contingent on a successful performance and funding availability.
A complete application package will consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, two samples of scholarly writing, and names and email addresses of three references. The application package should be submitted to posting https://careers.msu.edu/en-us/job/518275/research-associatefixed-term and the cover letter should be addressed to Melanie Cooper. The review of application materials will begin on September 14th 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Appointment is contingent upon successfully completing a full background check. The targeted start date is flexible between January 2024 and August 31, 2025.
For more information contact Melanie Cooper (mmc@msu.edu)
MSU is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.