[Grad-postdoc-assn] Fwd: Geoscience DBER Postdoc - Auburn University

[Scott Briggs]

FYI

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From: Steph Shepherd <slshepherd at auburn.edu>
Date: Tue, Feb 27, 2024 at 1:50 PM
Subject: Geoscience DBER Postdoc - Auburn University
To: <GEOED-RESEARCH at list.msu.edu>


Hello Everyone,



We are still accepting applications for the IDEALS Program Postdoc.  See
full description below.



*Discipline Based Education Post Doctoral Scholar*

*College of Science and Mathematics*

*Auburn University*



The Inclusive Design for Enhancing Active Learning in STEM (IDEALS) program
aims to develop, implement, evaluate, test, and refine faculty professional
development that pairs *inclusive teaching strategies* with active learning
in undergraduate STEM courses. Each summer, a team of 15 IDEALS faculty
fellows participate in a week-long workshop, introducing them to Backwards
Design, the Transparency in Learning and Teaching framework, Active
Learning strategies, and inclusive teaching pedagogy.



IDEALS is an NSF funded IUSE project which will research: (1) changes to
teaching practice that faculty make because of the professional development
program, (2) faculty perceptions of the impact of changes made, and (3) the
impact of these changes on student engagement, sense of belonging, and
success outcomes.  See the award abstract for more information -
https://www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2236315.



We are hiring a postdoctoral scholar to collaborate on the project for 2
years, with a possible 3rd year extension. There are opportunities to teach
undergraduate courses in the Postdoc’s area of expertise. The postdoc will
take an active role in studying the impact of the IDEALS professional
development program on faculty teaching practices. They are encouraged to
develop their own independent education research program.



   - The ideal applicant will be familiar with case study methodologies, or
   excited to grow their qualitative research skills in this area.



   - Candidate must have a *PhD in Geoscience, Mathematics and Statistics,
   Physics, Chemistry, Biology, or related discipline *(if the applicant
   has an education Ph.D., then they must have a masters degree in a STEM
   discipline).



*About Auburn University*: The College of Science and Mathematics (COSAM)
at Auburn University is home to a cluster of discipline-based
education researchers
(DBER). Faculty with research focused on effective education and science
communication are embedded in all five departments within the college.
Additionally, IDEALS is a collaboration between COSAM and the Biggio Center
for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning.  The Biggio Center provides
research-based training and support for teachers across Auburn University (
https://biggio.auburn.edu/). The successful candidate will work closely
with the Biggio Center and the COSAM DBER community.



*To apply for the position*, please submit a cover letter detailing your
interest in the position, a curriculum vita, and a statement of research
interest and career to one or both of the project PIs, Dr. Stephanie
Shepherd – slshepherd(at)auburn.edu and Dr. Melinda Lanius –
melinda.lanius(at)auburn.edu.  You are also encouraged to submit a DEI
statement. If you have questions about the position or application process,
we would also be glad to provide more information or answer questions. *Review
of applications begins March 9, 2024.  *





Stephanie L. Shepherd, Ph.D. (she/her)

Associate Professor, Dept. of Geosciences

AUTeach Co-Director

Auburn University



Office: Haley 2046c

AUTeach Office: Haley 3354


-- 
Scott Briggs (he/him/his)
Program Specialist II

Advanced Study Program
Education, Engagement and Early-Career Development
NSF National Center For Atmospheric Research
*phone: 303.497.1607*
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