Postdoctoral Research Associate- STEM Ed & AI Literacy

Duties/Responsibilities

• Conducts research on STEM education, AI literacy, and AI-enhanced teaching and learning across K–12 and higher education
• Design and study instructional innovations that integrate generative AI into STEM curricula, assessments, and classroom practices
• Lead or co-lead professional development to support teachers’ understanding and classroom use of AI tools
• Publish scholarly work and disseminate findings to researcher, practitioner, and policy communities
• Support the Center Director on initiatives related to STEM education, outreach, and interdisciplinary programs
• Advises and mentors graduate students conducting research in STEM education, AI literacy, and technology-enhanced learning

Requirements

• Doctorate in STEM education, learning sciences, or a closely related field by the start date
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:
  • Research training and evidence of expertise in STEM teaching and learning, STEM pedagogy, or technology-enhanced learning
  • Expertise with AI literacy frameworks, generative AI tools, or the application of AI in educational settings
  • High-quality publications related to STEM education, learning sciences, or AI-enabled instruction
  • Strong commitment to advancing AI literacy and responsible AI use in STEM classrooms
  • Expertise in designing or studying teacher professional development in STEM or AI literacy
  • Ability to translate complex AI tools and concepts into accessible learning experiences for teachers and students
  • An established, active record of scholarship and productivity
  • Strong communication, organization, responsiveness, and collaborative teamwork skills

Qualifications

• Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification:

• A doctorate in STEM education, learning sciences, or a closely related field by the start date
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies:
  • Research training and evidence of expertise in STEM teaching and learning, STEM pedagogy, or technology-enhanced learning
  • Expertise with AI literacy frameworks, generative AI tools, or the application of AI in educational settings
  • High-quality publications related to STEM education, learning sciences, or AI-enabled instruction
  • Strong commitment to advancing AI literacy and responsible AI use in STEM classrooms
  • Expertise in designing or studying teacher professional development in STEM or AI literacy
  • Ability to translate complex AI tools and concepts into accessible learning experiences for teachers and students
  • An established, active record of scholarship and productivity
  • Strong communication, organization, responsiveness, and collaborative teamwork skills