The Writing Skills Development Program at UNC Chapel Hill seeks a qualified candidate for a 1-2 year postdoctoral fellow. The primary goal of this position is to assist this individual in laying the research foundations for becoming an independent scientist in intervention research in education. We seek an applicant with strong technical and methodological skills with an interest in research in Education. The post-doc will pursue independent research with mentorship from Drs. Stephen Hooper and Lara Costa, as well as grant preparation and manuscripts for publication in the broad area of children’s writing. The incumbent will also work with the research team on their Institute of Education Sciences research projects to learn and execute the practice-based professional development model while gaining experience in project development and management, grant writing, data analysis, and dissemination.
Qualifications:
- Qualified candidates will have completed a doctoral degree in education or related field.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills that are required to accomplish tasks associated with this position.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with professionals and research team members.
- Preference will be given to candidates with interests or experiences in interventional science, particularly in the schools, middle school teaching experience, and/or expertise in professional development techniques.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
If interested in applying, please use the following link: https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/276507