Post Doctoral Scholar

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Education and Human Ecology at The Ohio State University is seeking a Post Doctoral Scholar to collaborate with Dr. Matthew Brock at the Crane Center for Early Childhood Research and Policy and Dr. Katherine Walton at the Nisonger Center. This full-time, 12-month position will focus on two major projects: (1) a federally funded project examining the impact of FLIP Recess, an intervention to improve social outcomes for students with extensive support needs at recess (70% of time), and (2) research and dissemination initiatives focused on training teachers and early childhood staff in best practices for inclusive early childhood education (30% of time). The FLIP Recess project is a large efficacy trial funded by the Institute on Education Sciences, led by Dr. Brock as Principal Investigator. The work with Dr. Walton at the Nisonger Center involves dissemination initiatives related to inclusive early childhood education training.

Requirements

• Ph.D./Ed.D. graduation date
• Research foci and areas of competence (substantive expertise, methodological/statistical skills)
• Long- and short-term career goals
• Alignment of foci, competencies, and goals with the research project
• Curriculum vitae
• An example of a published refereed journal article authored or co-authored by the applicant
• Names and contact information for three references who can speak to the applicant’s scholarship and workstyle
• Successful completion of a background check
• Potential drug screen or physical during the post-offer process

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on a federally funded project examining the impact of FLIP Recess.
• Work on research and dissemination initiatives regarding training teachers and other early childhood staff to implement best practices for inclusive early childhood education.
• Collaborate with Dr. Matthew Brock and Dr. Katherine Walton.
• Disseminate research findings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree