Position Information

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) is seeking a postdoctoral scholar in the area of STEM education. The postdoctoral fellow will participate in data collection and analysis, conduct research and assessments with faculty and students on the project, prepare manuscripts, present at conferences, and participate in grant writing. Candidates nearing graduation are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate for this position is expected to have strong quantitative and qualitative research knowledge and skills and excellent communication capabilities especially writing skills.

UTSA is an R1, urban-serving, Hispanic thriving discovery enterprise and over half of the student population are first generation college students. UTSA is a comprehensive public metropolitan university that serves approximately 34,000 students on five campuses in San Antonio. It is located at the edge of the scenic Texas Hill Country and offers the amenities of a major multicultural, metropolitan area. Successful candidates must demonstrate their ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of diverse populations and support the University’s commitment to thrive as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and a model for student success.

The post-doctoral fellow will work on interdisciplinary grant project between Undergraduate Studies, College of Education and Human Development, and the Klesse College of Engineering and Integrated Design. The goal for this project is to develop an HSI Student Success Servingness Framework that focuses on pedagogy development, through evidence-based teaching approaches, combined with enhanced student peer mentoring and professional development of graduate students and faculty with the aim of improving student learning, student sense of belongingness and overall success. The proposed project builds on UTSA’s dedication to increasing diversity in the STEM workforce particularly Hispanic students.

Applicants should have a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in engineering education, higher education, STEM education or other related fields. Strong preference will be given to candidates with a proven publication record in leading peer-reviewed journals.

Prospective applicants should include a cover letter, C.V., and full contact information of three references as one pdf file. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. This position includes a competitive salary and benefits.

Salary Range: up to $55,000 annualized, commensurate with education, experience and qualifications.