Postdoctoral Associate- The Kinder Institute: The Kinder Institute for Urban Research (KIUR) at Rice University, located in Houston, TX, is expanding its research centers to focus on key aspects shaping the social and cultural landscape of the Houston area. The Houston Education Research Consortium (HERC), a program of KIUR, is seeking a full-time Postdoctoral Fellow with expertise in education research. The position involves designing, planning, and implementing mixed methods research projects in a research-practice partnership (RPP), with a focus on increasing the use of research evidence by school district partners.
Postdoctoral Associate, The Kinder Institute for Urban Research
Designation: Postdoctoral Associate
Research Area: Education research with a focus on mixed methods, aligned with the research agenda of HERC. The position will involve collaboration with the director, associate directors, and partner school districts.
Location: Kraft Hall, 6100 Main St, Houston, TX, 77005, US
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Ph.D. or other doctoral degree in Sociology or related fields.
- Skills in qualitative or mixed methods research.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work in a team environment, collaborate, and motivate others.
- Excellent technical and data analysis skills.
- Preferably, experience in partnership research.
Job Description: The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will collaborate closely with HERC’s director, associate directors, and partner school districts to develop and implement mixed methods research projects. Responsibilities include communicating research findings through briefs, papers, presentations, and conferences. The postdoc may supervise and train small research teams and has opportunities to pursue external research grants. The position offers an annual salary of $60,000, office space, necessary technology, and support for project-related conference travel.
How to Apply: All interested applicants should attach a cover letter and a resume in the Supporting Documents section of the application. Ensure documents are in PDF format to avoid formatting issues. The application deadline is March 15, 2024. Letters of recommendation will be requested from finalists.
Last Date for Apply: 16 March 2024, 14:00 (UTC)
Additional Information: Rice University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. Full COVID-19 vaccination is expected, but not required. More information can be found here.
About Us: Rice University boasts a 300-acre tree-lined campus and is ranked among the nation’s top 20 universities. With a focus on quality of life and best value, Rice is known for its close-knit, diverse college communities, supporting students intellectually, emotionally, and culturally.
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