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Greetings all, We are looking to hire a post-doctoral associate as part of the Science Education Initiative at the University of Colorado in the Department of Geological Sciences. Please see below (and attached) for the ad, and pass on to those not on the list but are interested. Please address questions to: Steve Mojzsis at [log in to unmask] cheers, Andrea ****ad below*** Science Teaching Fellow in the Department of Geological Sciences - Post-doctoral associate Applications are invited for a post-doctoral Science Teaching Fellow (STF) in Science Education in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Colorado, Boulder. The position is an integral part of the Science Education Initiative at CU-Boulder; a program focused on the enhancement of teaching and learning in our undergraduate courses. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Geological Sciences, possess a strong commitment to science education, and have excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills. Familiarity with current pedagogical research and assessment techniques is not required, but advantageous. The Science Teaching Fellow will serve as the departmental liaison with the Center for Science Education, directed by Professor Carl Wieman of the Department of Physics. Responsibilities include working in coordination with our Geological Science faculty to: Develop an integrated plan of course evaluation and innovation; identify specific learning goals that represent faculty-consensus; develop valid assessments of student learning for undergraduate courses; participate in and supervise the development of new pedagogical techniques, materials and practices for improving student learning in the undergraduate courses; and publish assessment tools and findings in Earth Science education journals. The STF will collaborate with and learn from a cohort of Fellows working towards similar goals in Geological Sciences and other Center-funded departments. The salary for this one-year, renewable appointment will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Applicants should submit a vita and a statement of teaching philosophy and experiences, and have three letters of recommendation sent to: Professor Stephen J. Mojzsis Department of Geological Sciences University of Colorado 399 UCB Boulder, CO 80309-0215 Review of applications will begin on March 9, 2009, and continue until the position is filled. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University of Colorado at Boulder is strongly committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.. -- Andrea Bair, PhD Research Associate, Science Teaching Fellow Department of Geological Sciences, Science Education Initiative University of Colorado at Boulder Email: [log in to unmask] Tel: 303.492.7025