Postdoctoral Research Position -STEM: The Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach (CSEO) at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Position aimed at developing innovative curricula in partnership with high school educators in St. Croix. This role emphasizes computational and mathematically intensive areas such as physics and engineering.
Postdoctoral Research Position – Collaborative for STEM Education and Outreach
Designation
Postdoctoral Fellow
Research Area
Computational and Mathematically Heavy Disciplines (Physics, Mathematics, Engineering)
Location
St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands & Vanderbilt University, Nashville, Tennessee
Eligibility / Qualification
- Required: Ph.D. in Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related scientific fields focusing on computational or mathematical applications.
- Preferred:
- Experience in K-12 STEM education (middle school or high school).
- Experience in teacher professional development and mentoring.
- Project leadership and management experience.
- Evidence of presentations at conferences and publications in peer-reviewed academic journals.
Job Description
- Design and implement innovative, inquiry-based curriculum related to computational data, mathematics, physics, and engineering topics.
- Guide student research projects and collaborate with teachers to develop supportive, content-intensive instruction.
- Participate in after-school enrichment and club activities related to the project.
- Foster college-going attitudes and experiences among students.
- Build relationships with stakeholders and contribute to program evaluations and research publishing.
How to Apply
Submit application materials electronically to Dr. Angela Eeds at angela.eeds@vanderbilt.edu. Use the subject line “CSEO STX Postdoctoral Fellow Search.” Include:
- A letter of interest
- One publication (or manuscript in progress)
- A current CV
- Names and contact information for three potential references
Last Date to Apply
Applications will be reviewed immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
For more details about the CSEO, please visit CSEO Website and the Vanderbilt Peabody College website.
