Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Literacy Development and Emerging Technologies

4 weeks ago


New York, New York, United States Sesame Workshop Full time

Job Title: Postdoctoral Research Fellow: Literacy Development and Emerging Technologies

Job Summary:

The Cooney Center at Sesame Workshop is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Fellow to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with our Senior Director of Research to advance our mission of supporting children's learning and well-being through the development of co-design research partnerships.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support the Senior Director of Research in working with educational technology companies to translate research around best practices for children and adolescents' literacy development.
  • Conduct research on learning and design, with a focus on the development of child-centered, evidence-based digital design.
  • Collaborate with technologists, digital media producers, and educators to put research into action and support children's learning and well-being.

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Psychology, Education, Human-Computer Interaction, Cognitive Development, or a related field.
  • Collaborative design or community-based research experience is desirable.
  • Demonstrated expertise in literacy development in children and adolescents, including the science of reading.
  • Demonstrated experience and training in data collection and analysis, organizational skills, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.

What We Offer:

  • A twelve-month appointment at 100% FTE for up to three years at $75,000, plus health insurance and other benefits.
  • Funding for conference travel.

How to Apply:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • A cover letter/research statement describing your interests, research questions you hope to pursue, areas of overlap, as well as a description of prior work.

About Sesame Workshop:

Sesame Workshop is the global impact nonprofit behind Sesame Street and so much more. For over 50 years, we have worked at the intersection of education, media, and research, creating joyful experiences that enrich minds and expand hearts, all in service of empowering each generation to build a better world.



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