Working/Functional Title

Post-Doctoral Fellow

Position Summary

The post-doctoral fellow will collaborate with Dr. Terry Flennaugh and Terrance Burgess from MSU’s College of Education in addition to institutional partners at California State University Dominguez Hills, Cleveland State University, and Minnesota State University Mankato on a Hewlett Foundation funded project that utilizes a networked improvement model to prioritize racial equity in teacher education. 

This role involves working closely with the established networked improvement community (NIC) to manage data and host events. Specific duties include: 

1. Developing and validating data collection tools (including psychometric measures) for teacher educators and teacher candidates.

2. Collecting and analyzing qualitative and quantitative data collected from faculty and teacher candidates from four institutions.

3. Assisting with the composition and publication of peer-reviewed journal and op-ed articles related to NIC findings.

A strong candidate for this position will be expected to weave quantitative and qualitative data into a double helix of rich and robust analyses to answer key research questions identified by a cross-university work group. While additional questions are likely to emerge as the NIC continues to conduct more in-depth data analyses, the questions already identified include: How has racial justice content evolved at the member universities? What are the trends over time? What are the institutional commitments to racial justice? How are these seen in teacher preparation? In candidate experiences? Are there trends in perceptions of universities and teacher education programs’ commitments to NIC goals over time? Are there factors that are predictive of what faculty will do and report—particularly newer and younger faculty? What is the relationship between students’ number of years in teacher education programs and their responses?

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Education or related field

Minimum Requirements

Candidates should possess a PhD or EdD in education or a related field. Candidates must have three (3) years of experience working in teacher education. 

Desired Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess professional experience in teacher education with a strong understanding of critical race theory. An ideal candidate will also have experience in assessment development and mixed-methods research with prior experience analyzing qualitative and quantitative research. An ideal candidate will also have experience with presenting data in multiple formats and an academic record of commitment to racial justice and disruption of hierarchies of oppression.

Required Application Materials

Resume/CV; Cover letter; List of three (3) references 

Special Instructions

Resume/CV; Cover letter; List of three (3) references 

Review of Applications Begins On

09/26/2024

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

education.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.