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Postdoctoral Researcher

2 months ago


University Park, United States Penn State University Full time
Job Summary

The Leonhard Center for the Enhancement of Engineering Education at Penn State University is seeking a highly qualified Postdoctoral Scholar to take a leadership role in several Center projects related to educational innovation. The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty to design and evaluate projects in engineering education, evaluate College-level educational initiatives, and support faculty development efforts by offering college-wide workshops on evidence-based instructional practices and educational research or coordinating/leading Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs).

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and conduct research using qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate the effectiveness of educational initiatives.
  • Collaborate with faculty to design and implement projects in engineering education, including workshops and summer academies.
  • Evaluate College-level educational initiatives and provide recommendations for improvement.
  • Support faculty development efforts by offering workshops on evidence-based instructional practices and educational research.
  • Coordinate or lead Faculty Learning Communities (FLCs) to promote faculty development and collaboration.
Requirements
  • Ph.D. in an appropriate field, such as engineering education, educational psychology, or higher education.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to publish and present research at national or international conferences.
  • Knowledge of current trends in engineering education is desirable.
About the Leonhard Center

The Leonhard Center is an endowed Center that forms partnerships with engineering faculty and programs to design, implement, and evaluate research-based innovations in undergraduate and graduate engineering education. The Center provides a highly creative and exciting environment that encourages a healthy work-life balance.

About Penn State University

Penn State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.