MinorityPostdoc | Middle Tennessee State University | Biology Education Research, Postdoctoral Fellow

Biology

Job Number: FAC615

Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Categories: Education, Psychology and Human/Social/Protective Services, Sciences

The Department of Biology at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) invites applicants for a full-time, postdoctoral research fellow position (K29010) for the Barnes Social Perceptions of Science Laboratory under the mentorship of Dr. M. Elizabeth Barnes. This is a one-year temporary appointment. The contract may be renewed annually based on available funding, demonstrated need, and satisfactory performance as assessed by annual evaluations. The start date for the appointment could be as early as September 1, 2025.

The postdoctoral research fellow will contribute to projects informing the creation of an instructional framework for science communication education in undergraduate biology courses as part of an NSF CAREER award. To learn more, please visit www.nsf.gov/awardsearch/showAward?AWD_ID=2238174. The successful candidate will be involved in every stage of the research, including study design, collecting and analyzing data, disseminating results, and mentoring junior researchers working on the project, including PhD students in MTSU’s vibrant Math and Science Education Ph.D. program These duties will prepare the postdoctoral research fellow to run their own subsequent research team by providing experience in team building and project management needed to be successful in a tenure-track or other managerial position. The ideal candidate for the postdoctoral research fellow will possess the following:

record of published research in biology, education, or psychology.
familiarity with foundational literature in biology education research.
basic proficiency in quantitative and qualitative analyses in education research.
a desire to grow knowledge of quantitative and qualitative analyses in education research.
experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate researchers.
excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Please note that although we will begin reviewing applicants on August 1, the position will remain open until filled. Since the successful candidate will be required to reside in the state of Tennessee, remote work will not be allowed.

MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.