Postdoctoral Fellow (BIAS Project)

Posting Number SF01894

Job Title Postdoctoral Fellow (BIAS Project)

Position Number 108287

FTE 1.00

FLSA Exempt

Position Type Professional Staff

Union Non-Union Non-Classified Staff

Pay Grade Level N/A

Pay Grade Range Salary Range: $56,880 – $60,000

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Limited

Department School of Education

Contact(s) 

Please note: Job applications must be submitted directly online only at: (https://jobs.uri.edu)

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Campus Location Kingston

Grant Funded 

Extension Contingency Notes 

This postdoctoral position is a full time, calendar year appointment limited to August 31, 2027 with anticipated renewal based on interest, performance, and available funding.

Job Description SummaryThe search will remain open until the position has been filled. First consideration will be given to applications received by December 18, 2024. Applications received after December 18, 2024, may be reviewed depending on search progress and needs, but are not guaranteed full consideration.

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BASIC FUNCTION:

The NSF funded “Developing a new generation of collaborative scientists and citizens through popular media”, BIAS project aims to understand how intentionally designed media can improve boys’ and girls’ perceptions of female scientists and engineers and can increase children’s understanding of mixed-gender collaborations in STEM.

Duties and ResponsibilitiesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Support the day-to-day activities of the mixed methods research that includes an iterative design process involving children ages 3-6 and their adult caretakers, and partnerships between university faculty, PBS station educators, and media developers.

Work collaboratively as a team player.

Effectively manage tasks.

Demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Mixed methods research in the social sciences.
• Assessment development, particularly gamified digital assessments.
• Educational media development and/or research.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform other duties as assigned.

LICENSES, TOOLS, AND EQUIPMENT:

Personal computers, printers, word processing, database management and spreadsheet software.

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ALL REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

Required QualificationsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Ph.D. or completion of a Ph.D. at the time of appointment in media technology, digital game design and production, educational technology, or related field.

2. Demonstrated ability to conduct, publish, and present basic or applied research.

3. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines.

4. Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects.

5. Demonstrated ability to mentor student research assistants.

6. Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills.

7. Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills.

8. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations.

Preferred Qualifications

Environmental ConditionsThis position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Posting Date 11/18/2024

Closing Date

Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease attach the following 3 (PDF) documents to your online Employment Application:

(#1) Cover letter.

(#2) CV.

(#3) “Other Document-References” – the names and contact information of three professional references. (Note: this document is required even though references may be listed on the application).

Quicklink for Postinghttps://jobs.uri.edu/postings/14316

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