Physics Education Research
Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Kansas State University
The Physics Education Research Group at Kansas State University is
seeking a research associate. The primary focus of this position is on
research and development related to transfer of learning and the use of
technology to aid learning for both students and in-service teachers.
The research associate will be expected to investigate student learning,
develop new materials, work closely with teachers who test the
materials, and present workshops at national meetings. Important
components of the program are the development of new research
techniques, investigating the transfer of learning, and the appropriate
use of digital technologies. More information is available at
http://web.phys.ksu.edu.
The successful candidate will have a Ph.D. in physics or science
education. A Ph.D. in physics with a dissertation related to physics
teaching/learning is preferred. Candidates with Ph.D.s in other areas of
physics and with significant background in teaching and/or educational
research will be considered.
Applications should include a curriculum vita and statements describing
the candidate's relevant background, interests in physics education
research and the relation of the position to the candidate's long-term
goals. The candidate should arrange to have three letters of reference
sent directly to Dean Zollman (dzollman@phys.ksu.edu), Department of
Physics, 116 Cardwell Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS
66506-2601.
Screening of candidates will begin on March 31, 2008, and continue until
the position is filled.
Kansas State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity
employer and actively seeks diversity among its employees.
