CESE PhD fellowship in Science Education Research at IND

at  Kbenhavns Universitet

NATURE CONNECTEDNESS: PREPARING PRIMARY SCHOOL SCIENCE TEACHERS TO CONNECT THEIR STUDENTS TO THE NATURAL WORLD

We invite applicants for a PhD fellowship to research how best to prepare primary school science teachers to enhance science instruction through their students’ experience of and connection to the natural world. The project is part of the Danish Science Education Academy (NAFA) and its research program: Center of Excellence in Science Education (CESE). This program announces a PhD call focusing on research relevant to practice in Danish primary and lower secondary education and/or teacher education. All CESE PhD calls are organized through collaboration between a Danish university college and a Danish university. CESE PhD candidates become part of NAFA and this position will be linked to a forthcoming CESE research project in relation to either NAFA Theme 4 “Student Experiences in Science” or Theme 5 “Learning materials in Science”.
NAFA aims to promote motivating and rewarding science education in primary schools through enhanced training of science teachers. Children and young people should experience strengthened scientific competence, which they can apply in their roles as individuals, citizens, and professionals. Learn more about NAFA here: www.NAFA.nu.
The expected start date is January 1st, 2025, or as soon as possible thereafter.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

We are looking for candidates with experience in science education in primary/lower secondary school (grundskolen), teacher education and/or professional development of teachers. Candidates with competencies in qualitative and/or quantitative research methods are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in understanding and speaking English and Danish or another Scandinavian language is preferred, as the PhD candidate will conduct their research in a Danish school setting. Finally, candidates with previous experience in research dissemination and publication will also be preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED FOR THE REGULAR PROGRAMME

To be eligible for the regular PhD programme, you must have completed a degree programme, equivalent to a Danish master’s degree (180 ECTS/3 FTE BSc + 120 ECTS/2 FTE MSc) related to the subject area of the project. For information on the eligibility of completed programmes, see General assessments for specific countries and Assessment database.

• Carry through an independent research project under supervision
• Complete PhD courses corresponding to approx. 30 ECTS / ½ FTE
• Participate in active research environments, including a stay at another research institution, preferably abroad
• Teaching and knowledge dissemination activities
• Write scientific papers aimed at high-impact journals
• Write and defend a PhD thesis on the basis of your projec