Post Doctoral Research Associate

Postdoctoral Research Associate (AC)

College of Education & Human Development

Georgia State University

Georgia State University's College of Education & Human Development is committed to high-quality instruction and high-impact research. Its student population reflects the diverse composition of our state and nation.

For more than 50 years, we have been building a legacy as a college graduating educators and professionals equipped with the tools, knowledge and inspiration to ensure others have an even brighter future. At Georgia State's College of Education & Human Development, we are moving lives forward.

The College of Education & Human Development is seeking to hire a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Research Associate (AC) for a full-time Postdoctoral Scholar position in the area of computer science education.

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment.
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

The Postdoctoral Research Associate (AC) will work closely with the principal investigator (PI), co-PIs, and graduate research assistants of the PrepareCS grant project to perform the research activities of this Google-funded project in computer science teacher education. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative research environment and connect with a wider network of scholars conducting research in computer science education and teacher education. The position is in-person and begins August 1, 2025.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Conduct empirical research in computer science teacher education, including designing and implementing research plans and executing studies.
• Independently or collaboratively collect qualitative and quantitative data through online and in-person data collection activities (e.g., interviews, surveys, and artifacts).
• Manage (cleaning, categorizing, organizing) and analyze data in existing and new datasets using appropriate data analysis tools, with a focus on mixed methods analyses.
• Contribute to research dissemination by conducting literature reviews, writing journal articles, preparing professional conference proposals, publishing research findings in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at conferences.
• Analyze data using collaborative qualitative and mixed-methods analysis software.
• Write up papers from new and existing datasets.
• Contribute expertise (e.g., disciplinary, educational, methodological) to ongoing research projects in the PrepareCS project.
• Manage and support professional learning activities (e.g., online community of practice and meetings, summer workshops, research colloquium) with participants from other higher education institutions across states.
• Serve as a lead on research projects and mentor graduate research assistants.
• Assist in grant writing and reporting activities for research/grant funding agencies.

SPONSOR FUNDED:

***This is a regular, full-time position which involves on-campus and online duties, with job continuation dependent upon grant funding.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ph.D. degree in a related field is required.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ph.D. in computing, teacher education, or a related field is required.
• An established record of research work in computing and teacher education.
• Strong background in mixed methods and qualitative research approaches.
• Demonstrated interest and expertise in computer science teacher education or related areas such as broadening participation in computing, teacher education faculty development, and equitable computer science.
• Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Prior experience with grant writing or research project management is desirable but not required.
• Experience with facilitating workshops and community of practice in computing education is preferred.

To be fully considered for this position, all candidates at the time of submission must provide the following documents:

* A complete and accurate GSU application

* Curriculum Vitae

* Cover Letter

* Two letters of recommendation

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