Postdoctoral Scholar - Research and Evaluation Methodology Program

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A prominent research institution is seeking a Postdoctoral Scholar to join the Research and Evaluation Methodology Program in Gainesville, FL. This role involves collaborating on quantitative research projects and evaluating educational programs. The ideal candidate will possess a doctoral degree in a relevant field, with strong skills in longitudinal study design and statistical software like R or Stata. This position offers flexibility in work location and is ideal for candidates interested in advancing their research career.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree to be completed by the start date.
• Experience in longitudinal studies or causal evaluation preferred.
• Familiarity with handling large datasets is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on research focused on quantitative methods.
• Engage in project work on educational program evaluation.
• Conduct data analysis using advanced statistical methods.

Skills

Design and analysis of longitudinal studies

Monte Carlo simulation

statistical software development

Multilevel modeling

Causal machine learning

Learning analytics

Education

Doctoral degree in quantitative research methods, statistics, or related field

Tools

R

Stata

Job description

Postdoctoral Scholar – Research and Evaluation Methodology Program

Job No: 539018

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Grant or Research Administration

Department: 18070000 - ED-SHDOSE-SCHL OF HUM DEV&ORG

Job Description

Classification Title: Postdoctoral Associate

Classification Minimum Requirements: The appointee must have received the doctorate in a field appropriate to the assigned duties and responsibilities.

The Research and Evaluation Methodology Program at the University of Florida invites applications for Postdoctoral Scholar positions. Postdoctoral Scholars will work with Dr. Wei Li on multiple funded projects focused on quantitative research methods development and/or the causal evaluation of educational programs.

This is a 12‑month, time‑limited appointment. The appointment is renewable annually for multiple years, contingent upon research needs, funding availability, and satisfactory performance. The start date is flexible, and the position may be performed either in person in Gainesville, FL, or remotely.

Expected Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in quantitative research methods, statistics, or a closely related field by the start date (or completion of all degree requirements prior to the start date).

Preferred

• Design and analysis of longitudinal studies
• Monte Carlo simulation and/or statistical software or package development (e.g., R, Stata)
• Multilevel modeling (MLM), difference-in-differences (DID), or comparative interrupted time series (CITS)
• Cleaning and managing large datasets from administrative data sources or online learning platforms
• Causal machine learning (e.g., double/debiased machine learning (DML), causal forests, generic ML)
• Learning analytics and/or education data mining

Candidates with related expertise, such as econometrics, causal inference, experimental and quasi‑experimental design and analysis, and methods for handling missing data, are also encouraged to apply.

Note: This position does not require expertise in latent growth modeling or structural equation modeling (SEM), and these methods will not be used in this role. Applicants whose primary expertise is in latent growth modeling, SEM, or psychometrics may not be the best fit.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit https://jobs.ufl.edu and reference requisition #539018. If you have any questions or require technical assistance, please contact Human Resources at 352‑392‑2477.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

1. A cover letter (maximum 1.5 pages) describing how you meet the minimum requirements and highlighting the experiences and skills that align with the preferred qualifications (no need to describe all prior experiences).
2. Curriculum vitae (CV).
3. Contact information for three professional references (references will not be contacted until the applicant advances to a later stage of the selection process).
4. One or two examples of scholarly writing (e.g., a dissertation chapter, conference paper, or peer-reviewed journal article).

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue on a rolling basis. Applications received by March 31, 2026 will receive primary consideration. The position will remain open until filled. For inquiries or nominations, please email the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Wei Li, at [e-mail].

This is a time‑limited position.

Health Assessment Required

No

Our Commitment

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.