Description

The HHMI Inclusive Excellence Team at Arizona State University seeks applicants for 
postdoctoral research scholars in inclusive science education. Our team is focused on 
making undergraduate science programs at ASU more inclusive, with a specific focus 
on our online degree programs and online courses. These postdoctoral scholars will 
join a vibrant community of science education research scholars at Arizona State 
University as part of the Research for Inclusive STEM Education (RISE) Center. The 
postdoctoral scholars will be supervised directly by Dr. Sara Brownell and will be part of 
an HHMI-funded Inclusive Excellence team at Arizona State University consisting of Dr. 
James Collins, Dr. Sara Brownell, Dr. Ariel Anbar, and Dr. Paul LePore. There are 
multiple opportunities for professional development and opportunities for the 
postdoctoral scholars to develop their own interests and projects in science education 
research. The start date is flexible, yet with a preference for May 2021 and May 2022.

Postdoctoral Research Scholar #1
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have: (a) a Ph.D. in biology, science education, or a closely-related 
field by time of appointment, (b) a research record, (c) demonstrated interest in 
discipline-based education research, and (d) demonstrated interest in diversity, equity, 
and inclusion. 

Desired Qualifications
Preference for all applicants will be a strong record of education research, strong oral 
and written communication skills, ability to collaborate well as part of a team, and a 
willingness to be open to feedback. Specific details about the positions and preferences 
are below.

The postdoctoral research scholar will join a project focused on qualitatively identifying 
inequities in student experiences in undergraduate science and working with 
undergraduates, graduate students, staff, faculty members, and administrators to 
implement more inclusive strategies and promote culture change. Preference for this 
position will be given to applicants with the following characteristics: strong qualitative 
research skills, strong organizational and leadership skills, and strong interpersonal 
skills in being able to work with faculty to implement inclusive teaching practices.

How to apply
Candidates should submit electronically to http://apply.interfolio.com/85477 with the 
following documents: 1) 1 pg. cover letter that indicates why they are interested in 
qualitatively identifying inequities in student experiences in undergraduate science, 2) 
curriculum vitae, 3) copies of up to three representative publications, 4) a 1-2 pg.
statement of interest in discipline-based education research that has an impact on 
inclusion, and 5) a list of 3 professional references.

Postdoctoral Research Scholar #2
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must have: (a) a Ph.D. in biology, science education, or a closely-related 
field by time of appointment, (b) a research record, (c) demonstrated interest in 
discipline-based education research, and (d) demonstrated interest in diversity, equity, 
and inclusion. 

Desired Qualifications
Preference for all applicants will be a strong record of education research, strong oral 
and written communication skills, ability to collaborate well as part of a team, and a 
willingness to be open to feedback. Specific details about the positions and preferences 
are below.

The postdoctoral research scholar will join a series of projects to quantitatively explore 
inequities in student experiences in undergraduate science, with a specific focus on 
online education. ASU has developed fully online science degree programs and we 
want to compare the experiences of students between the in-person and online 
programs. Preference for this position will be given to applicants with the following 
characteristics: strong skills in statistical analyses, including regressions and mixed 
effects modeling and/or psychometrics, ability to work with large datasets, and prior 
experience with survey development and analyses.

How to apply
Candidates should submit electronically to apply.interfolio.com/85476 with the following 
documents: 1) 1 pg. cover letter that indicates why they are interested in quantitatively 
exploring inequities in student experiences in undergraduate science, 2) curriculum 
vitae, 3) copies of up to three representative publications, 4) a 1-2 pg. statement of 
interest in discipline-based education research that has an impact on inclusion, and 5) a 
list of 3 professional references. 

The salary range is $47,500 - $50,000 with associated University benefits. The initial 
closing date for receipt of applications is April 23, 2021; applications will be reviewed 
weekly thereafter until the search is closed. 

These positions are full-time, fiscal appointment, with a flexible start date between May 
1st, 2021 and May 1st, 2022 with the possibility of renewal for up to one additional year, 
dependent on available funding, performance, and the needs of the University.

For more information about the Biology Education Research lab, please 
visit: http://sebbers.wixsite.com/biology-ed-lab.

For more information about hiring standards at Arizona State University, please 
visit: https://cfo.asu.edu/titleIX

The College values our cultural and intellectual diversity and continually strives to foster a 
welcoming and inclusive environment. We are especially interested in applicants who can 
strengthen the diversity of the academic community. 

Learn more about what The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences has to offer by viewing 
https://thecollege.asu.edu/faculty. Arizona State University is a leading major public university 
committed to inclusion and excellence in research and education. 

A background check is required for employment. Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal 
Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be 
considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected 
veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

(See https://www.asu.edu/aad/manuals/acd/acd401.html and https://www.asu.edu/titleIX/)

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