Workforce Development Postdoctoral Research Scholar at the BEZOS Center

NC State College of Engineering; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Le NC State College of Engineering recherche un Postdoctoral Research Scholar pour soutenir les programmes de développement de la main-d'œuvre au sein du BEZOS Center. Le candidat travaillera sur des projets liés à l'éducation STEM, tout en collaborant avec des étudiants, des chercheurs et des partenaires industriels pour développer des curricula et des certificats. Cette opportunité offre un environnement dynamique favorisant l'application des connaissances dans des initiatives de développement durable relatives aux protéines alternatives. Un Ph.D. en éducation STEM est requis, avec une expérience de seulement quelques années bien appréciée.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. en éducation STEM requis.
• Expérience en gestion des programmes de développement de la main-d'œuvre.
• Compétences en communication orale et écrite.

Responsibilities

• Développer et mettre en œuvre des programmes de développement de la main-d'œuvre.
• Évaluer et analyser les programmes pour améliorer l'engagement.
• Participer à l'enseignement et à la sensibilisation des communautés.

Skills

Communication écrite

Analyse qualitative

Collaborations interdisciplinaires

Gestion des programmes

Education

Ph.D. en éducation STEM ou domaines connexes

Tools

Outils de gestion de projet

Logiciels d'analyse de données

Job description

Workforce Development Postdoctoral Research Scholar at the BEZOS Center

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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number PG191322PD Position Number 00111037 Position Type Post Doc FLSA Exempt

Departmental Information

Department ID 140111 - Bezos Center Department 140111 - Bezos Center Job City & State Raleigh, NC

Position Information

Position Overview

Essential Job Duties

The Bezos Center for Sustainable Protein at North Carolina State University is supported by a $30 million grant award from the Bezos Earth Fund. The Center comprises a dynamic, collaborative team of researchers, educators, practitioners, trainees, and staff led by Professor Rohan Sirwaiker, Co-Director & Chief Scientific Officer, and William Aimutis, Co-Director & Chief Operating Officer. Together with academic and industry partners, the Center will advance research, workforce development, and outreach related to the biomanufacturing of varied types of sustainable proteins while serving as a global knowledge and networking hub.

We are seeking highly motivated candidates for a postdoctoral researcher to support the Center’s workforce development programs and their respective constituents, to include students, faculty, and industry partners. These programs (and respective constituents) may include REUs, industry internships, and new academic and professional curricula and certifications.

The Primary Responsibilities For This Role Include

• Contributing to the development and implementation of the Center’s various workforce development programs.
• Providing administrative support and oversight of the various workforce development programs.
• Conducting program evaluations and data analyses to inform program improvements.
• Teaching/guest lecturing in relevant academic and professional programs with expertise about sustainable/alternative proteins for varied constituents, including community, national, and global groups.
• Writing grants as new projects are developed within the Center.
• Contributing to the mentoring of REU and graduate students.
• Contributing to the Center’s public engagement and outreach activities.
  
  

Current appointment is for 1 year, with a possibility of an extension depending on performance and continuation of funding.

This position will report to both Dr. Sylvia Nassar and Dr. Michelle Schroeder-Moreno.

Other Work/Responsibilities

• Translating relevant findings into journal manuscripts and conference abstracts/presentations.
• Contributing to annual reports to be submitted to the sponsor, as needed.
  
  

Requirements and Preferences

Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8:00AM - 5:00PM; may need additional hours outside of this timeframe during certain programmatic activities. Department Required Skills

• Ph.D. in STEM education, career development, teaching and learning, or closely related fields.
• Knowledge of science education, curriculum development, research design, career development, and developing extension programs.
• Experience in qualitative methods, quantitative methods, academic writing, presenting, and publishing.
• Familiarity with food and agriculture systems, sustainable/alternative proteins, and/or emerging technologies in food/agriculture systems.
• Experience of engaging with a broad array of audiences (e.g., researchers, extension personnel, technicians, farmers, the press, international researchers and students, the general public).
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Expertise with word processing programs, spreadsheets, survey tools, and video editing software.
• Ability to work independently, take initiatives, actively communicate, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate and work well within teams.
  
  

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Experience designing and implementing curriculum and professional development.
• Teaching and/or training experience.
• Knowledge of web-based collaborative tools and project management platforms.
  
  

Required License or Certification

N/A

Valid NC Driver's License required? Yes Commercial Driver's License Required? No

Recruitment

Recruitment Details

Anticipated Hiring Range Commensurate with Education and Experience ($60,000 - $65,000) If you anticipate multiple hires from this search, please indicate how many

Recruitment Dates

Job Open Date 08/30/2024

Applicant Information

Quick Link https://jobs.ncsu.edu/postings/207453 EEO

NC State University is an equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you learn of this opportunity?
• NCSU Website
• NCSU Executive Search Services
• Monster.com
• CareerBuilder.com
• InsideHigherEd.com
• Other Online Job Board
• Carolina Job Finder / Employment Guide
• Job / Career Fair
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• HERC
• Professional Journal
• Print Advertisement (Newspaper / Periodical)
• Professional Organization
• Direct Contact from NCSU HR Representative / Recruiter
• NCSU Employee Referral
• Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Other)
• Other
• If you learned about this vacancy from "other source" or "other website", please provide the source. (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you have, or will you have by the start date, a relevant PhD awarded no more than five (5) years from initial date of postdoctoral appointment?
• Yes
• No
  

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Other Document (1)
• Contact Information for References
  
  

Optional Documents

• Other Document (2)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Higher Education

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