Post Doctoral Scholar
About The Position
The Postdoctoral Scholar will support research and assessment efforts focused on introductory biology and the biology major, as well as recommend and organize training in evidence-based instructional and curricular best practices to meet the needs of undergraduate students and instructors in biology at Ohio State. The Postdoctoral Scholar will work closely with faculty, staff, and teaching associates in CLSE and its partner departments (Chemistry & Biochemistry, Evolution, Ecology, & Organismal Biology, Microbiology, and Molecular Genetics) to manage research studies, conduct literature searches, secure IRB approval, collect data and report biology educational research results. The Postdoctoral Scholar will help coordinate biology education research and assessment efforts among CLSE staff and with faculty and staff in other departments. The College of the Arts and Sciences Center for Life Sciences Education is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.
Requirements
- PhD in Biology Education Research, or PhD with a Major in related field with teaching experience.
- Experience with biology education research and teaching in biology or pedagogy
Nice To Haves
- Experience in quantitative research methods focusing on biological teaching and success
- experience with SPSS, R, Qualtrics, and Tableau software
- experience collaborating on sponsored biology teaching awards.
Responsibilities
- manage research studies
- conduct literature searches
- secure IRB approval
- collect data
- report biology educational research results
- coordinate biology education research and assessment efforts among CLSE staff and with faculty and staff in other departments
Benefits
- Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
