Post Doctoral Scholar

at  The Ohio State University

Seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar to be part of an IES-funded project aimed at identifying and evaluating career development opportunities for high school students. The goal of the project is both to determine the landscape of career development opportunities and to identify how these opportunities link to high school and postsecondary education success. The scholar hired for this position will work on both qualitative and quantitative research projects, including data collection through interviews and focus groups as well as analysis of survey and administrative data. The successful candidate will be expected to participate in regular team meetings, aid in the dissemination of results through peer-reviewed publications and research briefs. Occasional travel may be required. Further, the hired individual will help coordinate efforts with a collaborative team of researchers at academic institutions and stakeholder members (local and state agencies). Other duties as assigned. The Post Doctoral Scholar will work under the supervision of Dr. Jay Plasman. This is a one-year position with potential for renewal for up to two years. Possibility of hybrid/remote work within the state of Ohio. A completed Ph.D. in a field related to education is required.
Responsibility breakdown:
65%
The Post Doc Scholar hired for this position will work on both qualitative and quantitative research projects, including data collection through interviews and focus groups as well as analysis of survey and administrative data.
35%
The successful candidate will be expected to participate in regular team meetings, aid in the dissemination of results through peer-reviewed publications and research briefs. Occasional travel may be required. Further, the hired individual will help coordinate efforts with a collaborative team of researchers at academic institutions and stakeholder members (local and state agencies). Other duties as assigned.
Interested applicants should provide the application package with a cover letter, curriculum vitae including publications and the names and contact information of references.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• PhD in Education or related field
• Expertise in either qualitative or quantitative research methods (preference will be given to those with experience in both)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience working with administrative datasets
• Experience with Stata
• Strong background in urban and/or secondary education
  The Hiring Range for this position is $61,008.
  The College of Education and Human Ecology operates on the premise that all faculty and staff in the College have unique talents that contribute to the pursuit of excellence. In addition to professional accomplishments, collegiality, civility and mutual respect are strongly held values. The College supports representational diversity and diverse beliefs in the free exchange of ideas and opinion and expects that faculty, staff, and students promote these values and apply them in a professional manner in all academic endeavors and interactions within and representing the College. Our core values include excellence, diversity, justice, innovation, internationalization. These values are foundational to EHE - who we are and what we strive to be. By focusing on them, we will enrich the education of our students and accelerate the efforts of our faculty and staff. Our local, national, and international communities will be transformed through our unique partnerships and experiences for our students.
  Term (Fixed Term) 40 First Shif

Please refer the Job description for details