Quantum Education Research Fellow

Rochester Institute of Technology; United States; Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in quantum education within the Physics Education Research group. The role supports the PRACTIQAL project under NSF's Quantum Leap Challenge Institute, focusing on curricula development and education research in quantum information science and engineering.

You will collaborate across the center, coordinate activities, disseminate findings, and contribute to teaching and mentoring.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent terminal degree in a related field.
• Strong background in quantum education research or quantum information science preferred.
• Experience with education research and curriculum development preferred.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts research including designing studies, data management, and analysis.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, sponsor, and regulatory requirements.
• Disseminates and publishes research results in peer-reviewed venues.
• Assists in grant writing.
• May assist in teaching classes and mentoring students.
• May assist in managing research laboratories.

Skills

Quantitative reasoning

Strong communication

Teamwork

Mentoring

Scientific writing

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Rochester Institute of Technology invites applications for a postdoctoral researcher in quantum education within the Physics Education Research group. The role supports the PRACTIQAL project under NSF's Quantum Leap Challenge Institute, focusing on curricula development and education research in quantum information science and engineering.

You will collaborate across the center, coordinate activities, disseminate findings, and contribute to teaching and mentoring.