Postdoctoral Associate AD

Ugajobsearch; Athens (GA); In loco; USD 52.000 - 78.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

University of Georgia in Athens, GA seeks a Postdoctoral Associate to lead data analysis across multiple projects and contribute to scholarly outputs within the Mary Frances Early College of Education. The role focuses on education technology and instruction research, with collaboration across graduate students and external grant initiatives.

The position emphasizes designing studies, preparing manuscripts, and coordinating IRB processes to advance educational research and policy impact in

Competenze

• Experience in quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods data analysis.
• Experience preparing scholarly manuscripts and dissemination activities.
• Experience supporting external grant proposals (NSF, NIH, DoD).
• Experience designing research studies, measures, protocols, and analytic plans.
• Experience supervising graduate student research workstreams.
• Experience coordinating IRB procedures and study logistics.

Mansioni

• Lead data analysis across multiple research projects (quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods).
• Prepare and contribute to scholarly manuscripts and dissemination activities (journal articles, conference submissions).
• Support development of external grant proposals (NSF, NIH, DoD).
• Design and refine research studies, measures, protocols, and analytic plans.
• Supervise and coordinate graduate student research workstreams.
• Support research-related administrative and compliance activities (IRB coordination, study logistics).

Conoscenze

Data analysis

Research coordination

Scholarly writing

Graduate student supervision

IRB coordination

Formazione

PhD in Education or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Postdoctoral Associate AD

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Posting Details

Position Details Posting Number G/R33926P Working Title Postdoctoral Associate AD Department COE-Workforce Ed & Instr Tech About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,200 faculty and more than 7,900 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 44,000 students including over 33,000 undergraduates and over 11,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 20 schools and colleges, including the newly established School of Medicine and the Victoria Kay Investor School of Nursing.

As the 4th largest public college of education in the country and the 3rd largest college at UGA , the Mary Frances Early College of Education ( MFE COE ) improves the lives of residents of Georgia and beyond through our instruction, research, and service. The MFE COE is a comprehensive college with disciplines focused on teacher preparation, counseling and human development, communication sciences, human movement sciences, career development, student affairs, and educational administration and policy. We place significant emphasis on graduate education with approximately 40% of our students at the graduate level, making us the second largest college at UGA with respect to graduate education.

We offer M.Ed. and Ed.S. degrees focused on K-12 education, an M.Ed. focused on instructional design and development, an M.Ed. focused on research, Ph.D. focused on using design, research, and scholarship to solve real-world educational problems in multiple contexts, and an online Ed.D. focused on integrating design-based research, making data-informed decisions, and using scholarship and research to improve instructional outcomes in the field.

College/Unit/Department website https://coe.uga.edu/directory/workforce-education-and-instructional-technology/

Employment Type Employee Additional Schedule Information Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience Anticipated Start Date 08/17/2026 Posting Date 07/17/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EOO Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status.

USG Core Values Statement The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Lead data analysis and interpretation across multiple research projects (quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods). Percentage of time 40
• Prepare and contribute to scholarly manuscripts and dissemination activities (for example, journal articles, conference submissions. Percentage of time 25
• Support development of external grant proposals (for example, NSF , NIH , DoD), including drafting and coordination. Percentage of time 15
• Design and refine research studies, including measures, protocols, and analytic plans. Percentage of time 10
• Supervise and coordinate graduate student research workstreams. Percentage of time 5
• Support research-related administrative and compliance activities (for example, IRB coordination, study logistics). Percentage of time 5

Physical Demands

• Work is primarily sedentary and performed in an office or research lab environment
• Extended periods of sitting, computer use, and data analysis
• Occasional standing, walking, and movement within research and lab spaces for study setup and coordination
• Lift and move light to moderate equipment (for example, laptops, VR headsets, research materials), typically up to 25 pounds
• Setup and adjustment of research equipment, including eye-tracking systems and immersive technology devices
• Occasional travel may be needed for data collection, conferences, or collaboration meetings

Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Is driving a requirement of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Background Investigation Policy Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact Contact Details For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below. Recruitment Contact Name Matthew Schmidt, PhD Recruitment Contact Email [e-mail] Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• List of References with Contact Information