The
University of Arizona seeks a post- doctoral research associate to
conduct assessment work in the 3-year AAU STEM Education Project. The
project goals are to (1) revise five introductory level STEM majors’
courses to align with evidence based teaching practices, and (2)
positively impact STEM department cultures to sustain long-term
commitment to evidence-based teaching practices. The individual
selected for the position will report directly to the Associate Vice
Provost for Instruction and Assessment and will work closely with the
faculty leaders of the project. Duties and responsibilities will
include: (1) collecting and analyzing assessment data across the AAU
STEM project courses, (2) collaborating on assessment with faculty
members in the Instructional Development Teams, (3) working with the
Vice Provost and the Associate Vice Provost to assess progress of
department level cultural changes with regard to evidence-based teaching
in STEM, (4) preparing manuscripts for publication in research
journals, and (5) assisting the AAU STEM faculty leaders in grant
proposal writing. Minimum qualifications include: (1) a Ph.D. in
science, education, or a related field, completed within the last five
years, (2) excellent written and verbal communication skills, and (3)
research experience in a postsecondary education project. Preferred
qualifications include: (1) skill in the use of statistical and textual
analysis software, (2) research experience in the area of assessment in
STEM, and (3) publications in the area of assessment. If interested, go to: http://www.uacareertrack.
