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University of Rhode Island · 10 hours ago

Postdoctoral Fellow (BIAS Project)

positionKingston, RI
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$57K/yr - $60K/yr

The University of Rhode Island is seeking a Postdoctoral Fellow for the BIAS project, which focuses on improving children's perceptions of female scientists and engineers through media. This role involves supporting mixed methods research and collaborating with university faculty, PBS educators, and media developers.

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Responsibilities

Support the day-to-day activities of the mixed methods research that includes an iterative design process involving children ages 3-6 and their adult caretakers, and partnerships between university faculty, PBS station educators, and media developers
Work collaboratively as a team player
Effectively manage tasks
Demonstrate expertise in one or more of the following areas:
Mixed methods research in the social sciences
Assessment development, particularly gamified digital assessments
Educational media development and/or research
Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

Mixed methods researchAssessment developmentEducational media developmentPh.D. in relevant fieldWorking with diverse groupsProject managementMentoringVerbal communicationWritten communicationCollaboration

Required

A Ph.D. or completion of a Ph.D. at the time of appointment in media technology, digital game design and production, educational technology, or related field
Demonstrated ability to conduct, publish, and present basic or applied research
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across disciplines
Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects
Demonstrated ability to mentor student research assistants
Demonstrated strong verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated proficiency in written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations

Company

University of Rhode Island

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University of Rhode Island is a research and graduate institution offering graduate and undergraduate programs.
dateFounded in 1892
location
Kingston, Rhode Island, USA
people-size5001-10000 employees
web-link
http://www.uri.edu/

H1B Sponsorship

University of Rhode Island has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$71.07M
Key Investors
The Champlin FoundationNational Science FoundationRI Life Science Hub
2025-12-02Grant· $0.5M
2025-07-08Grant· $7M
2024-08-08Grant· $0.03M

Leadership Team

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David M. Dooley
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