Position Information: DescriptionThe College of Education & Human Development at the University of North Dakota invites applications for a Postdoctoral Researcher position focused on Rural Education and Workforce Development with a start date between June 1 and July 1, 2022.  This is a 1-year position with an additional 1-year option for renewal. Since 2017, the College of Education and Human Development’s (CEHD) faculty generated approximately $9 million dollars in extramural research grants from funding organizations including the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and the National Science Foundation. CEHD has prioritized research in the area of Rural Education and Workforce Development through the creation of the Initiative for Rural Education, Equity, and Economic Development (I-REEED). I-REEED stems from the principle that public education is an essential social good that is inseparable from the mental and physical health of communities, economic development, and social justice. The primary goal of I-REEED is to produce rigorous, solution-oriented research that is collaboratively derived and both relevant and responsive to our local partners. The I-REEED mission is rooted in service and a conviction in the practical power of rigorous research. Rounding out this commitment to service through research, the CEHD Bureau of Evaluation and Research Services (BEARS) provides state-of-the-art and affordable research and evaluation services to organizations in education, health, human development, and related fields to assist leaders in making evidence-based decisions.

Duties & ResponsibilitiesThe successful applicant will help advance UND’s capacity to conduct research in the area of rural education and workforce development with a focus on the pursuit of external funding. While receiving formal mentorship from CEHD faculty associated with I-REEED and BEARS, the postdoctoral researcher will be engaged in the following three interrelated tasks:

Develop and submit collaborative external grant proposals focused on rural education and workforce development. Contribute to ongoing I-REEED and BEARS projects, as well as develop ideas for new collaborations and research initiatives with community partners in the areas of rural education and workforce development.Collect and analyze data related to rural education and workforce development, leading to publications and presentations with I-REEED and BEARS affiliated faculty members and doctoral students.

Required Competencies

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team with strong interpersonal skillsStrong oral and written communication skills

Minimum Requirements

• A Ph.D. conferred by time of appointment in education or related field with an emphasis in research, rural education, education policy, or related topics.

Experience developing grant funding proposals.Quantitative and/or qualitative research and evaluation skills/experience. Evidence of research and scholarship potential (publications, professional conference participation).Successful completion of criminal history records check

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. 

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing K-16 and community partnerships in the area of rural education and/or workforce development.

Minimum Hiring Salary

$45,000-$50,000

Work Schedule/Start Date

40 hours per week, Projected start date is between June 1 and July 1, 2022

To Apply

For full consideration, applications must be received by March 15, 2022 and include the following materials:

Cover letter Curriculum vitae Sample publication or manuscript under review/in preparation Names and contact information for three professional references

Questions can be directed to I-REEED Director, Diana D’Amico Pawlewicz via email at Diana.Pawlewicz@UND.edu

Position is open until filled.

Additional Information

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All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes.

Confidentiality of Application Materials

Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus.

EEO Statement

The University of North Dakota is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or other protected characteristic. Women, minorities, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants are invited to provide information regarding their gender, race and/or ethnicity, veteran’s status and disability status as part of the application process. This information will remain confidential and separate from your application.

Veteran’s Preference

Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or NGB 22 and if claiming disabled status, a current letter of disability from the VA dated within the last 12 months.

Clery Statement

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