Sunday, April 12, 2009

Project Manager and Researcher Position at University of Colorado at Boulder

The University of Colorado at Boulder is building a new signature program in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education. We are seeking a Project Manager and Research Scientist for this new initiative, Innovation Through Institutional Integration (I3): Towards an Institute for STEM Education. I3 is funded by the National Science Foundation to create a national institute for STEM Education. The Colorado effort will link a myriad of education programs in STEM on campus by focusing on three key strands: 1) transformation of undergraduate STEM education, 2) research on undergraduate STEM education, and 3) preparation of future STEM teachers (K-20). The successful candidate will have a PhD in a STEM field, education research, higher education, organizational change or the equivalent. The successful applicant will also possess a sincere interest in science education and reform, and an understanding of the potential of the disciplinary departments to engage in education research and reform. He or she should be innovative, creative, and self-directed, as the Program Manager/Researcher will have a lead role in shaping this institute. Duties include conducting research on institutional change and STEM education, data collection and evaluation of programs, design and maintenance of website and cyber infrastructure, management of weekly DBER Seminar Series, creating yearly symposia, and coordinating with graduate and faculty fellows on individual projects. For more information about I3 or a more detailed job description please visit our website at www.Colorado.edu/ScienceEducation or e-mail Jordan.Brown@colorado.edu. To apply visit www.Jobsatcu.com and search posting number. The University of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity and equity.

Update from employer: Hiring for this positng has been postponed for 6-9 months. Please check www.colorado.edu/scienceeducation/ for a reopening of this position.