Position overview
Salary range : The salary ranges from $53,-$69,.
Application Window
Open date : September 17,
Next review date : Friday, Oct 25, at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date : Thursday, Oct 31, at 11 : 59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
A research specialist is needed in Dr. Santagata’s research lab at the University of California, Irvine, to support research on externally funded projects that center on mathematics teaching at the elementary school and college level and on the use of AI to enhance science communication education at the high-school level.
- The researcher will join a dynamic and diverse research team and assist in the following activities : collecting and analyzing data;
- writing reports, articles, and presentations; managing relations and communications with school districts and university partners;
and mentoring undergraduate student research assistants.
The starting date for the position is negotiable, ideally not later than November 1st. The appointment will be for one year with the possibility of extension pending availability of funding.
Appointment will be at the Junior or Assistant Specialist level depending on prior experience and degree.
Requirements : Candidates must possess outstanding research, writing, and communication skills and interest or experience in STEM education research.
Interest or background in the education of English language learners, K-12 education, curriculum development, and teacher professional development are desired.
The position will involve working collaboratively with members of the research team and requires flexibility and adaptability.
Local daytime travel to schools in Southern California is required so the candidate will require their own transportation.
To Apply : Applications should be submitted online at . Please include a cover letter explaining your relevant background and interest in this project, CV, relevant presentations (e.
g., UCI UROP conference) if available, and names of three references (please do not solicit letters). Questions about the position can be addressed to Professor Rossella Santagata at .
Questions about the application process can be address to Corrine Pratt, .
Qualifications
Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
Candidates must possess outstanding research, writing, and communication skills and interest or experience in STEM education research.
Interest or background in the education of English language learners, K-12 education, curriculum development, and teacher professional development are desired.
The position will involve working collaboratively with members of the research team and requires flexibility and adaptability.
Local daytime travel to schools in Southern California is required so the candidate will require their own transportation.
Application Requirements
Document requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter - Cover letter explaining your relevant background and interest in this project
Presentations - Relevant presentations (e.g., UCI UROP conference) if available
Optional)
Inclusive Excellence Activities Statement - Statement addressing how past and / or potential contributions to inclusive excellence will advance UCI's Commitment to Inclusive Excellence.
See our guidance for writing an inclusive excellence activities statement.
Optional)
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application : Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
Misc / Additional (Optional)
Reference requirements
- 3 required (contact information only)