Postdoctoral Research Associate

San José State University Research Foundation

San Jose, California, United States
Base: $75,000 annually; bonus/equity: not specifie...
Ph.d. in social sciences or education
Experience with ai education
Qualitative and quantitative research skills
The position involves leading a multi-year U.S. Department of Education grant project to advance students' informed use of AI in higher education

Job Summary

  • The position involves leading a multi-year U.S. Department of Education grant project to advance students' informed use of AI in higher education.
  • The role requires designing, implementing, and refining a curriculum that fosters AI literacy while collaborating with faculty and industry leaders.
  • Candidates will manage project activities including data collection, analysis, reporting to funders, and supervising student research assistants.

Matching Summary

The position involves leading a multi-year U.S. Department of Education grant project to advance students' informed use of AI in higher education.

Salary

Base: $75,000 Annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, vision, 403(b) match, paid holidays, vacation accruals

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ph.D. in social sciences or education
  • Experience with AI education
  • Qualitative and quantitative research skills
  • IRB application experience
  • Project management capabilities

Nice-to-have

  • University-based setting experience
  • Faculty professional development background
  • Strong organizational and time management
  • Excellent communication for diverse audiences
  • Independent work in dynamic environments

Key Requirements

  • Ph.D. in social sciences, education, or learning sciences
  • Prior experience conducting independent research projects
  • Demonstrated proficiency with IRB applications and reporting
  • Background check clearance required before employment

Work Rights

Not specified

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