APS/AIP Science and Technology Postdoctoral Policy Fellowship at U.S. Department of Education

Overview
APS and AIP are coordinating with the Office of Planning, Evaluation, and Policy Development (OPEPD) in the Department of Education (ED) to host a Ph.D. level scientist interested in working on a variety of policy initiatives and research projects. OPEPD is responsible for the coordination and development of major policy initiatives and the Department’s annual budget request, working in close collaboration with staff across the Department, with the White House, with Congress, and with external stakeholders to craft policies that will best realize the President’s goals of closing the achievement gap and making the United States first in the world in college completion by 2020.

Fellows may be asked to:

• Conduct research analysis and develop metrics to assess the impact of various Department initiatives, and to explore emerging Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) issues in P-12 education, higher education, career and technical/vocational/adult education, or STEM teacher preparation and support.
• Identify and build-out new ways for the Department to deepen its impact in the STEM fields, including partnerships with other federal agencies, state and local governments and the private sector.
• Coordinate inter-agency efforts to achieve the Department’s policy goals as defined by the Committee on STEM Education 5-year Federal Strategic Plan.
• Develop policy priorities for newly proposed programs such as the STEM Innovation Networks.
• Perform legislative research and attend Congressional hearings, briefings, and other events on the Department’s behalf.

Criteria for Participation

• Hold a doctoral level degree (Ph.D.) in a field of Physics (e.g. Theoretical or Experimental Physics, Physics Education Research, Biophysics, or any of the other physical sciences represented by the AIP Member Societies) with a preference for Physics Education Research

Note: Ideally, all requirements for the degree would be completed prior to September 2013

• Have solid scientific and technical credentials and the endorsement of three references.
• Show a commitment to serve society.
• Exhibit outstanding communications skills and demonstrated ability to craft policy papers, decision memos, talking points and program proposals on complex education issues for diverse audiences, including non-scientific audiences.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and willingness to work with a wide range of individuals and offices at the Department and ability to be effective in large bureaucracies. 
• Possess the ability to operate and execute with limited guidance and in ambiguous or novel circumstances; and ability to appropriately and effectively use informal authority when leading teams or projects.
• Hold U.S. citizenship (dual citizenship is acceptable).
• Federal employees are not eligible.
• Candidates must have some familiarity with education policy and/or federal policy.

To begin the application process, send the following to Tyler Glembo at glembo@aps.org

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References

Screening of potential candidates will begin immediately.

Deadline for application is Sept. 20, 2013.

NOTES:

Employer will assist with relocation costs

Relocation will be reimbursed up to $3,000.

FT in Science/STEM Ed at St. Catherine U, St. Paul MN

St. Catherine University in St. Paul/Minneapolis is a comprehensive Catholic university with the nation’s largest college for women at its center. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls over 5,200 students in associate, baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral programs in both traditional day and weekend formats. Associate and Graduate programs enroll both women and men.

St. Catherine University Department of Education invites applicants for a full time ranked faculty position beginning August 2013. Rank and salary are commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities:  Teach courses in elementary science, co-teach STEM courses, and online action research courses; advise students at the graduate and undergraduate level; participate in departmental activities as assigned and as appropriate.

Requirements: The qualified candidate must have an earned Master’s degree in education or a science discipline. Also required is significant work beyond the master’s degree, a strong background in science, minimum of 5 years of elementary classroom teaching (with a science focus), and the ability to work on a team. A current teaching license is required, or one previously held. Preferred qualifications include college/university teaching experience, experience at both the elementary and secondary levels, demonstrated scholarship and experience working with diverse populations.

St. Catherine University seeks creative, adaptable faculty who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity and multicultural understanding. Consistent with the university’s Catholic identity, its commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their teaching, research and service.

To apply:   Please go to the St. Catherine University Employment Site to electronically apply for this position. That website link is:   http://www.stkate.edu/hr    Position number is: 2013-0027-FAC.   Applicants may also visit the University Human Resources office, located in Derham Hall Room 8, to submit an electronic application. Attach an application letter, statement of teaching interests, CV, copy of transcripts and 3 current references. Official transcripts will be required for employment. For more information, contact Linda Distad at lsdistad@stkate.edu or visit our website www.stkate.edu/hr      Application review begins August 5; position will remain open until filled.

St. Catherine University

2004 Randolph Avenue

St. Paul, MN 55105

EEO/AA/Drug Free Workplace Employer

Tobacco-Free Campuses

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples.   For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org

Term Position at George Mason U, Fairfax VA

Term Instructor/Assistant/Associate Professor - Physics and STEM Program

The George Mason University, College of Science invites applications for a Term Instructor or Assistant/Associate Professor position to support the School of Physics, Astronomy and Computational Sciences (SPACS) as well as our STEM program. This is a 12-month instructional faculty position beginning in fall 2013 with the possibility of yearly renewal based on performance.

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate will teach physics courses in SPACS and also work with the STEM Accelerator program to increase undergraduate student's success from the time a student enters Mason until the time the student graduates and starts a career. As such, the selected applicant will have significant contact with students.

The position is split between teaching (2:2 load), advising students, coordination of tutoring, and developing and utilizing learning technology. The selected candidate will work closely with the College of Science STEM Accelerator program activities throughout the year including participation in summer institutes and camps, outreach to local high schools and community colleges, and participation in mentoring students in undergraduate research.

Qualifications:

Applicants should have a minimum of Ph.D. in physics, or related sciences; and teaching experience at the college level.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Criminal Background Check: Standard Background Check

Mason Ad Statement:

Great Careers Begin at Mason!

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in 198 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F9494z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy statement, list of publications, and a list of three professional references with contact information (including e-mail addresses).

Equity Statement:

George Mason University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.

Online App. Form: http://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/30814

STEM Ed / Evaluation Manager, Connecticut Science Center

   www.ctsciencecenter.org

Job Title:                    STEM Education and Evaluation Manager

Job Purpose:             Work with the Science Center’s Program team on the development and evaluation of STEM-related programming for grades PreK-12 students and teachers

Reporting to:             Vice President of Programs

Primary Responsibilities

·         Participate in the development and implementation of Science/STEM-related educational programs for grade PreK-12 students

·         Participate in the development and implementation of Science/STEM-related professional development programs for grade PreK-12 teachers

·         Prepare evaluation plans including the design of evaluation protocols and instruments for collecting data to be used in assessing educational outcomes among student and teacher audiences, including case study work with CSC partner schools

·         Coordinate and execute evaluation plans associated with the above programs and projects including data collection, analysis and reporting

·         Manage the archiving of assessment data and relevant literature regarding informal and formal science/STEM learning and practices

·         Prepare summary reports and presentations and regularly report progress on educational program development and outcomes

·         Participate in state and national informal and formal science/STEM education and research/evaluation networks including, CSTA, CSSA, NSTA, ASTC, and NARST,

·         Coordinate with the Development Department to identify, write and prepare grant submissions to support the institutions STEM education initiatives with schools

Requirements

·         Advanced degree in education or science/STEM related field

·         Minimum 3-years of experience in classroom instruction, school administration or

      informal science/STEM education

·         Experience designing and conducting quantitative and qualitative research and

evaluation

·         Familiarity with Survey Monkey or similar on-line survey platforms

·         Experience with data management and protocols

·         Understanding of current research on informal and formal science education, especially

as it applies to grade PreK-12 students and teachers

·         Familiarity with State and National science and mathematics standards including the

Next Generation Science Standards and the Common Core State Standards preferred

·         Strong presentation and communication skills

·         Demonstrated ability to manage and supervise staff and subcontracts

·         Previous grant-writing experience preferred

·         Ability to work effectively as part of a comprehensive program team

Tenured/Full Professor of STEM Ed, West Virginia U

The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences of West Virginia University seeks nominations and applications for the Eberly Professor of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Education.The tenure home will be in an Eberly department/program at the full or advanced associate professor rank.

The Eberly College of Arts and Sciences of West Virginia University seeks nominations and applications for the Eberly Professor of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Education. The start date is negotiable and can be as soon as January 2014. The tenure home will be in a department/program in the Eberly College (http://eberly.wvu.edu/); however, much of this position’s effort will be devoted toward growing the Flexible Education Research Network (FERN), a trans-disciplinary, STEM education initiative identified by the University as one of five areas for strategic investment. The initiative includes the Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources, the Davis College of Agriculture, Natural Resources and Design, and the College of Education and Human Services; over 70 faculty members have outreach, research, and funding in STEM education, and each college has designated resources, including current faculty time and planned new hires to FERN.
The appointment will be made at the full professor or advanced associate professor rank. A doctoral degree is required in a STEM or STEM-education related discipline, as well as a record of teaching and scholarship that would qualify the candidate for a tenured appointment in the home department as a full professor or advanced associate professor. Area of specialization is open, and the committee invites applications from persons with a track record in trans-disciplinary STEM education or broadening participation in STEM fields. Trans-disciplinary work blends approaches from multiple disciplines to address research questions. Applicants who have worked primarily within one discipline should provide evidence indicating potential for success at engaging with faculty in other disciplines. The position involves administrative leadership, teaching, and scholarship that will advance FERN’s research, education and outreach agenda. The percent of effort related to administration, teaching, and scholarship is negotiable and administrative support will be provided by an executive director to manage operations, as well as support staff. The position includes significant service and leadership responsibilities, including: mentoring other STEM education faculty members; leading collaborative, trans-disciplinary research projects across departmental and college boundaries; and strategizing to identify priority areas, build coalitions, and move a research agenda forward. The successful applicant will communicate with many types of audiences, using a variety of media, in order to promote the importance of trans-disciplinary collaboration to broaden participation in STEM.
West Virginia University is the flagship institution of the state of West Virginia and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a doctoral high research university. As the primary land-grant institution in West Virginia with teaching, research, and engagement at the forefront of its mission, it attracts over $152 million in externally funded projects annually. Located in Morgantown, WV, WVU is within easy traveling distance of Washington, D.C. to the east, Pittsburgh to the north, and Cleveland and Columbus to the west. Morgantown has been ranked as the Number One Small City in America by BizJournals, and 5th Best Small Metro by Forbes.
The Eberly College has 400 full-time faculty and 100 classified staff in 30 academic departments, programs, and centers in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. These include tenure track faculty in STEM education research in the departments of Mathematics (6), Biology (1), and Chemistry (1); as well as promotable non-tenure track STEM teaching faculty in the departments of Physics, Geology and Geography, Mathematics, Biology and Chemistry.
Applications should include a letter of interest, a CV, addresses of at least three references, and a statement of research plans showing trans-disciplinary perspectives for STEM education and broadening participation in STEM, and should be submitted electronically at https://fs9.formsite.com/kasijackson/form11/secure_index.html. For more information, or to make a nomination, contact Dr. Kasi Jackson, Associate Professor, Women’s and Gender Studies, at kasi.jackson@mail.wvu.edu. The screening process will begin on August 16, 2013, and continue until a successful candidate has been found. WVU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples, committed to building a multicultural work force and strongly encourages women, racial/ethnic/gender minorities, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans to apply. Therefore the search committee invites applications from any person who through research, teaching, or service supports the success of underrepresented groups and thereby contributes to the inclusivity and excellence of the academic community. WVU is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award to recruit, retain and promote women in STEM (http://advance.wvu.edu).

Summer position for PER grad student in Washington DC

The American Physical Society and the PER Topical Group may be teaming up to sponsor a PER graduate student to work this summer at the US Department of Education in Washington DC.  You would work with the STEM education specialist there -- an opportunity to become familiar with and perhaps even influence important STEM education policy and funding issues.

If you are interested please contact Tyler Glembo at APS:  glembo@aps.org

STEM Education Assistant Director @ East Carolina University

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
CENTER FOR STEM EDUCATION
Position Number: 931555


The Center for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) Education within the Department of Mathematics, Science, and Instructional Technology Education in the College of Education, East Carolina University, is seeking applications and nominations for a twelve-month, stated definite term, full-time position to begin immediately. This position does not include a faculty appointment. Salary: Commensurate with qualifications.

The Assistant Director will assist the Center's Director with the management of the STEM Center
programs and/or other activities in which the Center participates. Specific duties and responsibilities fall under four broad areas: 1) Program Design and Coordination, including existing programs
such as Summer Ventures in Science and Mathematics and the Advanced Placement Institute as
well as new programs that emerge; 2) Program Evaluation; 3) Public Outreach, including maintenance of the Center website; and 4) Supervision of student employees. Other responsibilities to be
assigned as needed.

Requires Master’s degree in (1) Education, with an emphasis in one of the STEM-related disciplines, 2) a STEM Discipline, OR 3) a Related Field; (2) Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching and/OR leadership in K-16 schools in one of the STEM disciplines; (3) Familiarity with K-16 school administration at the local, regional, and state level.

Preference given to candidates who possess: Familiarity with the STEM-related economic needs of eastern North Carolina; web design/maintenance expertise; program evaluation experience; or, grant proposal preparation and administration experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions and conferred by the time of hire.

Candidates must submit the following documents online at www.jobs.ecu.edu (1) a letter of application describing academic background, specific skills, and experiences relevant to the position; and, (2) a current resume, and (3) a copy of all official transcripts.

Candidates must also arrange to have three original, signed current letters of reference sent to:
Dr. Angelo Collins, Search Chair and Director, Center for STEM Education, Department of Mathematics, Science, and Instructional Technology Education, College of Education, 352 Flanagan Building, East Carolina University, Greenville, NC 27858.

Screening will begin June 18, 2013 and continue until position is filled. Official transcripts required upon employment. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Visit this job posting at:
ecu.peopleadmin.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=71753