Iowa State University · 7 hours ago
Postdoctoral Scholar - Research & Outreach
Iowa State University is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar for Research & Outreach in the School of Education. The role involves contributing to research on student support labor and outreach initiatives, blending qualitative research with program coordination.
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Responsibilities
Support and advance ethnographic research examining student support roles, organizational culture, and the evolving landscape of higher education
Assist with qualitative research design, data collection, and analysis
Conduct interviews, field observations, and document review
Manage research logistics, including recruitment, scheduling, and IRB compliance
Prepare and code qualitative data using research software (e.g., Dedoose)
Contribute to research reports, manuscripts, conference proposals, and grant materials
Outreach and workshops to K-12 schools
Outreach to external stakeholders to promote the visibility of SOE faculty and staff
Develop communications such as weekly research and practice updates
Close collaboration with faculty and graduate students on all phases of the research process
Opportunities to participate in School of Education research groups, seminars, and professional development opportunities
Depending on interest, opportunities for guest lecturing or co-teaching may be available (not to exceed 10% of time)
Co-development of a tailored professional growth plan aligned with career goals in academia, student affairs, or administration
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. or Ed.D. in higher education, educational leadership, or a closely related field
Preferred
Experience working in higher education student affairs and/or administration
Some experience with qualitative methods (interviewing, observing, coding)
Demonstrated skill with organization and program/project management and oversight
Benefits
Comprehensive health and work-life benefits
Medical and dental
Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans
Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time and leave plans
Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Various voluntary benefits and discounts
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing Program
Company
Iowa State University
Iowa State University is a public flagship land-grant and space-grant research university located in Ames, Iowa.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.51MKey Investors
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