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JOB TITLE
Temporary ResearcherLOCATION
WorcesterDEPARTMENT NAME
Social Science & Policy Studies - JMDIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPIJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The MAPLE Lab (PI Erin Ottmar) at WPI is hiring a Learning Science Researcher to help support several research grants in math cognition perception and learning. This position will join an interdisciplinary team to work on several NSF projects examining the intersections of math cognition eye tracking perception and learning. This temporary position is hourly (up to 20 hours a week).JOB DESCRIPTION
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Analyze data using a variety of quantitative research methods from data collected from middle school through college aged students
Write manuscripts for journals and conferences
Collaborate with our team of researchers and faculty at WPI and other institutions
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students who are working on these projects
Attend project meetings
Conduct literature reviews
REQUIREMENTS:
The candidate must have a PhD in learning sciences and have substantive knowledge and background in education sciences learning math education quantitative methods and/or cognitive science. Given the interdisciplinary and collaborative nature of this project applicants should have an interest in learning about and applying theories perspectives and methodologies from other areas. The candidate should also have strong quantitative research and writing skills have strong communication skills and be highly organized.
Curriculum Vitae
Cover letter describing your training and research interests including why your background and interests are a match for this position
Please send any inquiries about the position to Dr. Erin Ottmar at
20 hours a week $25/hour
FLSA STATUS
United States of America (Non-Exempt)WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran statusor disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity collaboration inclusion problem solving innovation high performance and change is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.
Employment Type
Part-Time
