AST Research Scientist (RS)

University of Florida; Florida; Sur place; USD 65 000 - 79 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Florida in Florida is seeking a candidate to lead an applied research program in computer science and artificial intelligence education. The role focuses on teacher professional learning, students with disabilities, and statewide initiatives, with dissemination across academic and practitioner audiences.

The position requires a doctoral degree in CS education or related field, and experience in developing scalable professional learning models and securing external funding.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in CS Education, educational technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of K-12 CS/AI professional development experience preferred.
• Experience designing and managing externally funded projects is a plus.
• Ability to translate complex topics for diverse audiences across forums.

Responsabilités

• Lead a program of applied research focused on CS/AI education with emphasis on teacher learning, students with disabilities, and statewide initiatives.
• Conceptualize and conduct studies on development, implementation, effectiveness, and scaling of CS/AI professional learning models.
• Develop evidence-informed professional learning products such as microcredentials and short courses.
• Lead dissemination through peer-reviewed publications, conferences, and reports to researchers and practitioners.
• Develop external grant proposals including funding opportunities, aims, designs, and evaluation plans.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate researchers in research methods and responsible conduct of research.

Connaissances

CS/AI PD experience

Grant writing

Research leadership

Formation

Doctoral degree in CS Education / educational technology

Description du poste

Apply now Job no: 541712
Work type: Non-Tenure-Track Faculty
Location: In the State of Florida
Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Computer Science, Grant or Research Administration
Department: 18050000 - ED-STL SCHL-TEACH - LEARN

Classification Title:
RES AST SCTST

Job Description:

• Lead a program of applied research focused on computer science and artificial intelligence education,
  with particular emphasis on teacher professional learning, students with disabilities, South Florida
  school districts, and statewide initiatives.
• Conceptualize, design, and conduct research studies examining the development, implementation,
  effectiveness, and scaling of CS/AI professional learning models and instructional approaches.
• Lead the research and development of evidence-informed professional learning, including
  microcredentials, short courses, and other scalable models for preparing educators to teach CS and AI.
• Lead or contribute substantially to scholarly dissemination, including peer-reviewed publications,
  conference presentations, research reports, briefs, and other products that communicate findings to
  research and practitioner audiences.
• Lead and contribute to the development of competitive external grant proposals, including identifying
  funding opportunities, conceptualizing research aims, developing research designs and evaluation
  plans, coordinating proposal components, and contributing to grant writing and submission.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and graduate research assistants in research design, data
  collection, analysis, scholarly writing, and responsible conduct of research.

$72,000

Required Qualifications:

Doctoral degree in Computer Science Education, educational technology, or a related field.

Preferred:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in K‑12 CS/AI professional development for in‑service teachers.
• Experience working with South Florida districts or leading statewide PD initiatives.
• Experience designing and managing micro‑credential or short‑course offerings.
• Experience with writing and managing externally funded projects.
• Ability to translate and communicate complex topics across a variety of forums, tailoring
  communications to effectively fit and influence the targeted audience.
• Agility in making and following up on strategic decisions.
• Ability to plan for long‑term sustainability and statewide capacity building.
• Experience supporting students with disabilities in CS/AI contexts.
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team structure; flexibility and multi‑task management skills.

Health Assessment Required:

Health Assessment Required: No

Advertised: 15 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 29 Oct 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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