Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mathematics Education

University of New Hampshire, United States

Updated: 10 days ago
Location: Durham, PENNSYLVANIA
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Position Details
Summary


Operating Title Postdoctoral Research Associate in Mathematics Education
Long Classification Title
Campus Location Durham
Department UNH CEPS Mathematics & Statistics
Summary of Position
Applicants are invited to apply for a full-time postdoctoral research associate position in Mathematics Education in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, with an appointment beginning between June 1, 2024 and August 1, 2024. The successful candidate will work directly with Professor Sheree Sharpe in the area of algebra education and meta-research. The position is a 12-month 100% NSF-grant funded research appointment renewable for an additional year, based upon satisfactory annual performance. The project goals include conducting meta-research that integrates the results from quantitative meta-analysis and qualitative meta-synthesis to inform our understanding of algebra teaching approach on the mathematics achievements of secondary students. Salary starts at $55,000.
Candidates from underrepresented backgrounds in mathematics education are strongly encouraged to apply.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (duties may vary and other duties may be assigned):
  • Conduct independent research.
  • Conduct qualitative meta-synthesis and research synthesis.
  • Assist the PI in project management and coordination of research group meetings.
  • Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
  • Co-teach/teach a research seminar.
  • Write peer-reviewed journal publications and presentations for academic conferences and other meetings.


Required Documents:
1. A cover letter, describing professional skills, abilities, and goals
2. A curriculum vitae
3. A research statement
4. A diversity statement
5. Contact information for three references: your references will be contacted as soon as your application is submitted (letters addressing research must be provided)
The Department is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds or interests align with this commitment. We ask candidates to provide a diversity statement that outlines how their research or other aspects of their professional work have contributed to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusive practices.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, we encourage full applications on or before January 15, 2024.
Please contact Professor Sheree Sharpe ([email protected]) with any questions.
Additional Job Information
Posting Number PF0816FY24
Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
  • A PhD in Mathematics Education or an equivalent field is required. Candidates expecting to graduate this summer 2024 will also be considered.
  • Experience conducting qualitative data-analyses.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
  • Ability to work with and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/58189
Percent Time Information (FTE) 1
Faculty Information
If Renewable or Number of years, please specify
Type of Position

Posting Details


Posting Date 10/25/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Closing Date
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? No
Appointment Type Post Doc
If TERM position with benefits, indicate projected end date
Departmental Information
This position is responsible for the supervision of
Special Requirements A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
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Institution Information
The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full-time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
 
The UNH Diversity Resource Guide with information and programming available in the seacoast area, New Hampshire, and the region can be found here: https://www.unh.edu/hr/diversity-resource-guide