From: "Roberts, Jennifer A" <[log in to unmask]>

Date: March 28, 2013 11:39:39 AM EDT

Cc: "Olcott Marshall, Alison" <[log in to unmask]>

Subject: Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow KU Department of Geology

Dear Colleagues,

We are currently searching for a postdoctoral teaching fellow in the Department of Geology here at KU and would like to ask your help in identifying perspective candidates.  These are three-year terms in which post docs will work closely with faculty to redesign entry level courses in Geology.  I would appreciate it if you would pass this opportunity along to students, colleagues or any other qualified and interested parties that you might know.  Should you require more information about the position, the department or KU please feel free to contact me at: [log in to unmask] or Alison Olcott Marshall at: [log in to unmask].  Many thanks for your help!

Cheers, Jen

Jennifer A. Roberts, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Department of Geology
University of Kansas
1475 Jayhawk Blvd.
120 Lindley Hall
Lawrence, KS 66045-7613
voice (785) 864-1960 fax (785) 864 5276
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www.people.ku.edu/~jenrob/

 

Department: Geology, 2124000
Position Title: Visiting Assistant Professor
Working Title: Postdoctoral Teaching Fellow
Position Number: 00206230

Position Overview:

Postdoctoral Teaching Fellows at the University of Kansas are key contributors to the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Course Transformation Initiative. The program is intended for individuals with an interest in teaching and education research in their discipline at the higher-education level. These positions are similar to post-doctoral positions except that the emphasis is on teaching and scholarly activities pertaining to teaching. The postdoctoral fellow will implement mechanisms for improving student learning and engagement in large introductory courses. This three-year position involves collaborating with faculty in the Geology Department and in the CLAS Course Transformation Initiative to develop and deliver effective instructional approaches including associated materials and laboratories, in large undergraduate courses, both in-classroom and online, as well as documenting student learning. Teaching innovations may involve using online resources to cover course material outside of class time and releasing face-to-face class time for diverse forms of active learning by students.  The postdoctoral fellow and faculty members who normally teach the course share teaching and course redesign responsibilities. This postdoctoral program is ideal for those interested in pursuing careers in geoscience education; appointments are for three academic years.

Job Description:

40% - Develop educational materials to improve student learning and tools to demonstrate student achievement of learning outcomes in large introductory courses

20% - Enhance online course resources outside of class time and develop active learning activities to maximize concept mastery during face-to-face class and laboratory time as appropriate

15% - Partner with regular faculty members to teach and implement mechanisms for improving student learning and engagement in large introductory courses

10% - Engage in opportunities presented by the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences Course Transformation Initiative to enhance knowledge of best-practices and collaborate with similar initiatives in other departments on campus and at other universities

10% - Contribute to the regular Course Transformation Initiative progress reports written for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (and shared with the departments)

5% - Perform other related duties as required of this position

Required Qualifications:

Evaluation of the following requirements will be made through (1) descriptions of teaching philosophy, work experience and educational experience in letter of application, (2) record of accomplishments and productivity addressed in curriculum vitae, and (3) information provided from professional references. 

1. Ph.D. geology (or a closely related discipline) or geology education.
2. Demonstrated experience in course design and development.
3. Interest in pedagogical design and improvement in course teaching.
4. Teaching experience at a university/college setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with development of innovations that enhance student learning.
2. Experience with implementing mechanisms for improving student learning and engagement in large introductory courses.
3. Experience with pedagogical design and improvement in course teaching.
4. Experience teaching geoscience courses in a university or college setting.

Pay: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
FTE: Full-time
Number of Openings: 1
Employee Class: Faculty, Professional Exempt
Work Location: Lindley Hall

Work Schedule: M-F, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Employment Conditions: 9 month appointment; Limited Term: 3 years

Contact Information for Applicants:
Alison Olcott Marshall
Lindley Hall Rm 120
1475 Jayhawk Blvd
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Initial Application Review Date:  4/15/13
Estimated Start Date: 8/18/13

Specific Detailed Application Instructions for this Position:
Please refer to the Application Instructions for details about submitting the following required documents: letter of application, curriculum vitae and a teaching statement that summarizes the candidate’s geosciences teaching experience, innovations in enhancing student learning, and philosophy for improving student engagement and learning in large geosciences courses.  Applicants must provide list of five referees and arrange to have three of the referees submit letters of recommendation that evaluate pedagogical potential/achievement and teaching sent to: Postdoctoral Teaching Fellows Search, c/o Department of Geology, 1475 Jayhawk Blvd., 120 Lindley Hall, The University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045, or electronically via email: [log in to unmask].