Postdoctoral Fellow, Research & Assessment

Graylyn

Winston-Salem, NC, US
Hybrid
Ph.d. in relevant social science discipline
Mixed-methods empirical research skills
Quantitative analysis expertise (spss or r)
The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance research into character education in higher education

Job Summary

  • The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance research into character education in higher education.
  • This grant-funded role involves conducting quantitative and qualitative analyses to validate new measures and publish articles demonstrating the impact of intentional character education efforts.
  • Candidates must have a Ph.D., strong methodological experience in mixed-methods research, and a commitment to supporting the moral and intellectual development of college students.

Matching Summary

The Program for Leadership and Character at Wake Forest University is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to advance research into character education in higher education.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in relevant social science discipline
  • Mixed-methods empirical research skills
  • Quantitative analysis expertise (SPSS or R)
  • Qualitative analysis experience (thematic/phenomenological)
  • Experience designing research plans and measures
  • Strong written and oral communication skills

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with personality and character research
  • Track record of securing external grants
  • Knowledge of institutional review board policies
  • Familiarity with Qualtrics survey software
  • Collaborative work with diverse university constituencies

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. required in education, psychology, or social sciences
  • Record of publication in relevant academic discipline
  • Expertise in repeated measures quasi-experimental studies
  • Ability to conduct multilevel modeling and psychometric validation
  • Willingness to attend in-person onboarding and campus visits

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