Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering

Louisiana State University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition exemption

Health insurance

Retirement options

Paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Job summary

Louisiana State University seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher in the College of Engineering to conduct research in engineering education and teach undergraduates and graduates. The role includes developing innovative instructional strategies, mentoring students, and collaborating with faculty and industry partners to secure funding for ongoing initiatives.

The candidate will design studies, analyze data, and publish findings while contributing to curriculum development and education research within

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Engineering Education or an Engineering discipline is required.
• Demonstrated interest in engineering education research.
• Strong analytical skills and data analysis proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, ability to work collaboratively.
• Experience with curriculum development or instructional design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct applied research on engineering education at the undergraduate level.
• Teach sophomore level undergraduate/graduate courses and advise students.
• Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners; pursue grant funding.
• Design and implement innovative instructional strategies and assess their impact on learning.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate researchers and disseminate findings.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Teaching/mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Engineering Education

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Postdoctoral Researcher - College of Engineering

Position Type: Other Academic

Department: LSUAM Engineering - Department of Academic Affairs (Marwa Mohamed Hassan (00008972))

Work Location: 2214 Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Job Description

Conduct applied research on engineering education at the undergraduate level, which includes teaching sophomore level engineering and computer science undergraduate and/or graduate courses to test new educational methodologies and education/learning management modalities.

80% Conduct innovative research in engineering education by integrating teaching and learning activities into experimental research on instructional methods. Provide instruction and advisement at the undergraduate and graduate levels—including courses, small group sessions, recitations, and study sessions—as a means of testing, refining, and evaluating new educational approaches. Design and implement innovative instructional strategies and interventions and analyze qualitative and quantitative data to measure their impact on student learning. Develop and apply experimental approaches within emerging education and learning management modalities. Collaborate with faculty, students, and industry partners to identify challenges in engineering education, and pursue grant funding to support ongoing and new initiatives.

15% Mentor graduate and undergraduate students engaged in education-related research and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.

5% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in an Engineering Education or Engineering discipline
• Demonstrated interest in engineering education research.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis methods.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience with curriculum development or instructional design is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.D in Engineering Education and 2-5 years of experience or more including graduate study.
• Background in a specific engineering discipline (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil).
• Experience with mixed-methods research approaches.
• Familiarity with current trends and issues in engineering education.
• Experience with teaching or teaching assistance.

Special Instructions

For questions concerning this position can be directed to Jessica Waters: [e-mail]

Background Check

An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N): LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [e-mail]. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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