Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Bucknell University Department of Chemical Engineering is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate. This three-year, benefits-eligible, staff position is supported by the National Science Foundation funded project, CAREER: It’s Not Sorcery, It’s Skill: Shedding Light on How Professional and Personal Experiences Shape the Use of Intuition in Engineering Practice (EEC-2441887). This project has two main aims: (1) to characterize the ways in which engineering practitioners understand experience to influence intuition development and use, and (2) to characterize the perception of intuition and its role in engineering practice held by engineering faculty and industry recruiters. The postdoctoral research associate will work directly with the project PI to pursue these aims through a qualitative research design that employs phenomenographic, narrative analysis, and discourse analysis approaches. The associate will also work with the PI and undergraduate student researchers on artifacts related to the project’s educational plan. All work will be performed in accordance with the University’s research integrity policy and all other relevant policies. 

The position will balance advancing research aims with the individual professional development of the postdoctoral research associate. The postdoctoral research associate will report to and be under the supervision of the grant Principal Investigator as well as the Chair of the Chemical Engineering Department (or their nominee) for the listed responsibilities, unless otherwise stated. The research associate will be expected to supervise and work with undergraduate student researchers alongside the PI.

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Research:

• Conduct individual and collaborative research in alignment with best practices, including high ethical standards
• Complete necessary administrative or management work associated with research
• Contribute to dissemination efforts, including leading a subset of efforts

Contribution to Research Group and University

• Engage in the wider research and scholarly activities of your research group
• Participate in internal and external networks for wide-reaching broader impact

Teaching, Learning, and Mentoring

• Supervise and provide day-to-day support, mentoring, and assistance to junior members of your research group (also part of research responsibilities)
• Participate in limited teaching opportunities or teaching-related professional development as appropriate for your own goals

Personal Development

• Engage in appropriate professional training and development opportunities to further transferable skills, career, and reputation

What you will bring:

• Ph.D., (required)
• Skilled in educational research methods and qualitative research methods
• Skilled in mentoring undergraduates
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated teamwork and self-motivation

Application process:

To apply, please submit cover letter and CV online at careers.bucknell.edu.

Posted salary is the base salary, which may be increased depending on years of experience.

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The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. 

This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application.

Benefits:

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card 

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.