Invitation to apply
for a Posdoctoral Researcher position in the learning sciences at the
University of Alaska Fairbanks
The University of Alaska Fairbanks is seeking a postdoctoral researcher in the learning sciences or a closely related field. The postdoctoral researcher will join the team of an NSF-funded project focused on permafrost and the important role it plays in global climate. The project, which is a collaboration between UAF and the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI), builds on informal learning experiences at the nation’s only Permafrost Tunnel, located in Fox, Alaska. The tunnel is a multi-sensory environment, rich with ancient ice, old bones, strong smells, and dust. The project aims to study and export the tunnel experience into several different products, including traveling table top exhibits and a 2,000 square foot exhibition at OMSI. In conjunction with the team, the incumbent will research the impact of different categories of objects related to the Permafrost Tunnel (real, replicated, virtual) on learning. A portion of the research will take place on the museum floor of OMSI. Travel to rural Alaskan villages and to Oregon is an expectation of this position. Relocation to Oregon in later stages of the project may be possible or necessary. The position has an expected start date of October 2015 (may be negotiable), and will end in August 2018.
Required and
preferred qualifications
The ideal candidate will have: 1) experience
in evaluation and/or educational research; 2) demonstrated expertise in qualitative
methods, especially video content analysis; 3) strong oral and written
communication skills; 4) ability to work effectively in diverse settings and
with a team; 5) ability to work independently; 6) strong organizational skills
and reliability. A working knowledge of natural science content (geosciences
and/or biology) is helpful but not required. Experience with museums or other
informal learning venues is also helpful. A Ph.D. in the learning sciences or related field is
required.
How
to apply
Visit www.uak.jobs
(https://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=86276)
to apply. You will need to submit a letter of interest, a current CV, and three
letters of reference.
To ensure consideration, please apply
by the review date, May 1st, 2015.
Contact Laura Conner, [log in to unmask], with questions about the position.