The Department of Biology at the University of New Mexico invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow to begin in June 2026. This is a full-time position with specialization in Biology Education Research.
Applicants must have a PhD in biology, education research, STEM education research, discipline-based education research (DBER), or a closely related field with an emphasis on mixed methods research by date of appointment. For best consideration, all application materials must be received by March 13, 2026.
Responsibilities of this position will be to lead data collection and analysis efforts on grant-funded program-related research projects. The candidate will engage in scholarship activities, publishing and presenting at conferences, and mentor undergraduate students in education research.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead data collection and analysis efforts on grant-funded program-related research projects • Engage in scholarship activities, publishing and presenting at conferences • Mentor undergraduate students in education research • Collaborate with NSF grant PIs and leadership • Assist with NSF grant program logistics • Assist with development, implementation, and assessment of a nationwide program aimed at improving graduate teaching assistant teaching professional development
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