Research Scientist, CS & AI Education & PD

University of Florida; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

CS/AI PD experience

Grant writing

Research leadership

Education

Doctoral degree in CS Education / educational technology

Job description

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.