Postdoctoral Researcher

Postdoctoral Researcher

The CERP Group, led by Dr. Zakiya Wilson-Kennedy, seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to support a collaborative research agenda focused on chemistry and STEM education research, student success, and program evaluation. This position will provide research support for both the SCI 1001 freshman seminar series and the Miss Delta Consortium, with responsibilities including mixed-methods study design, data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and dissemination of findings.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, strong communication skills, and the interest to work in interdisciplinary and community-engaged settings.

Job Duties

• 25% Research Design, Project Coordination, and Evaluation Planning
• Research includes mixed-methods study design, data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and dissemination of findings
• 20% Scholarly Dissemination and Reporting
• Writes publications and presents at conferences/workshops
• 20% Mentoring, Research Training, and Collaborative Scholar Development Supports graduate and undergraduate students with the research process
• 15% Data Collection and Management
• Conducts interviews, observes classrooms, administers surveys, develops datasets
• 15% Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Uses various software for data analysis
• 5% Other
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Minimum Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Chemical education, science education, educational research, discipline-based education, education, or a closely related field
• Experience with the duties and responsibilities related to this position
• Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
• Experience with mixed-methods research design, data collection, and analysis.
• Evidence of scholarly writing and dissemination, including conference presentations and/or peer-reviewed publications.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Interest to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners across disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience conducting research in undergraduate STEM education, first-year experience, student success, or mentoring.
• Familiarity with survey design, interview/focus-group protocols and analysis software for quantitative and qualitative data.
• Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students.
• Record of or strong potential for securing external funding and contributing to collaborative grant activities.
• Interest in program evaluation and assessment.

Additional Requirements

• Minor Contact
  - This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.
• FERPA
  - As with all LSU employees, due to this position title and/or responsibilities, this position has an obligation to assist students in the acquisition of necessary services. Should a student appear in need of or seek assistance with issues of an emotional, behavioral, or mental health related matter they should be referred to the proper service within the Student Health Center.
  
  In situations where the student creates an impression that they are a danger to themselves or others, the advisor should immediately contact the Care Team, the Dean of Students or the appropriate law enforcement agency. The employee outside of those rights contained within FERPA should create no impression of client or patient confidentiality.

Additional

Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please provide resume, cover letter, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address. Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. A copy of your transcript(s) should be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire. Please contact Dr. Zakiya Wilson-Kennedy @ zwilson if you have questions regarding this position.

Posting Date:
April 13, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 11, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check
- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

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