Position Title: Research Fellow (FA25-048)
Location: Edwardsville, IL
Faculty Position FA25-048
April 18 2025
Position Title
Research Fellow
Hiring Unit
STEM Center
Job Description/Responsibilities
We are seeking a passionate and motivated candidate for the role of Research Fellow at the Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Center for STEM Research, Education, and Outreach. The ideal candidate will play a key role in the development and implementation of the STEM Center's research program, contributing to grant proposal writing, design and implementation of research, creation of evidence-based education programming, and dissemination of our work to diverse groups of stakeholders in STEM education.
What You'll Do:
- Develop grant proposals for small and large grants for projects that enhance inclusive excellence in STEM education to a variety of funders, including private foundations and federal agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institute of Health, and US Department of Agriculture
- Design and lead STEM education research, ensuring efficient management of the research process, rigorous adherence to scientific quality and ethical standards, and timely dissemination of findings to diverse audiences in academia and beyond.
- Mentor, train, and supervise master's level graduate and undergraduate students.
- Publish peer-reviewed STEM education research findings and attend national and international conferences to share knowledge and network with potential collaborators.
- Conduct internal evaluation of education programs and analysis of participant feedback data to ensure continuous improvement and effectiveness.
- Assist with the implementation and management of evidence-based STEM education programming for a variety of ages, topics, and educational contexts.
- Assist with the development of evidence-based STEM curricula and educational programs for a variety of ages, topics, and educational contexts.
- Assist with creating and implementing professional development opportunities for educators aimed at improving STEM instruction and enhancing student outcomes.
Who You Are: - Experienced in both quantitative and qualitative research methods on human subjects.
- Able to work independently and manage projects from concept through implementation and assessment.
- Clear communicator and strong writer.
- Able to work collaboratively with the STEM Center team and diverse external partners.
- Adept balancing multiple projects and changes in workflow while remaining attentive to deadlines
- Knowledgeable and passionate about multiple areas of STEM.
- Familiar with national K-12 education standards such as the Next Generation Science Standards.
- Skilled at maintaining strong relationships and with diverse teams and groups, including external stakeholders, community members, university faculty and administrators, graduate and undergraduate students, and K-12 teachers and informal educators.
- Committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility in the workplace, and striving to further these goals in STEM education through our programming and scholarship.
- Proficient in using technology to achieve research and program goals including all Microsoft Office programs, Microsoft Teams, and data analysis software such as R, ATLAS.ai, or NVIVO.
- Excellent organizational skills, with a strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A PhD degree in a STEM-related or STEM education field
2. Teaching experience at any age level in formal or informal settings
3. Demonstrated interest in STEM education
Terms of Appointment: Full-time, 3-year appointment, renewable annually, with potential for long term employment at the STEM Center dependent on performance and funding availability.
Source of Funds Federal
Salary $59,000- 63,000
Application Process Submit (electronically as one pdf) a letter of application describing research experience and qualifications, research interests, and career goals; resume or CV; a writing sample; and contact information for three references to:
Fellow Search Committee Chair at STEMfellow2025@siue.edu
Application Deadline
The position will remain open until filled, but to ensure full consideration, applications should be sent by
May 23rd 2025
SIUE is a state university - benefits under state sponsored plans may not be available to holders of F1 or J1 visas. Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.
EEO Statement Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees, applicants for employment and students on the basis of age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran's status.
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Dual Career Support for New Faculty
The Career Development Center, in partnership with SIUE's Toward an Inclusive Model of Excellence project, is proud to provide a variety of career services and resources to partners of new faculty who have relocated to the Greater St. Louis area. Support for this initiative was provided by the National Science Foundation (NSF) through Award 1936141. This program offers various career services and resources available to help individuals in their career journey. Additional details may be found online at Dual Career Support
Faculty Development and Other Support Several units across campus offer various programs and training opportunities to new faculty members as they begin their employment at SIUE. Support units include but are not limited to the Faculty Development Center Ombuds Services , Office of Research and Projects , and Inclusive Excellence, Education, and Development Hub .
Employee Benefits
To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including:
* Medical, dental and vision insurance;
* Life insurance;
* SURS retirement plan;
*Supplemental retirement savings plans ;
*Generous holiday schedule ;
* WorkLife programs;
* Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
* Employee discounts (local and national retailers); * Flexible Spending Account Program ;
*University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents).
For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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