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Postdoctoral Education Policy Researcher

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Job Description


Posting Information
Posting Details


Department School of Education - 340100
Posting Open Date 09/07/2023
Application Deadline 09/15/2023
Open Until Filled No
Position Type Postdoctoral Scholar
Position Title Postdoctoral Education Policy Researcher
Vacancy ID PDS003962
Full-time/Part-time Full-Time Temporary
Hours per week 40
FTE 1
Work Location Chapel Hill, NC
Position Location North Carolina, US
Hiring Range Salary is commensurate with experience
Proposed Start Date 10/02/2023
Estimated Duration of Appointment 12 Months

Position Information


Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The School of Education is an academic unit reporting to the Provost. The School is a major center of research, teaching, and public service within the State of North Carolina, the nation, and the world. The School offers a full range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The mission of the School of Education is to conduct research, and generate basic and applied knowledge about human development, educational technology and entrepreneurship, teaching and learning, school counseling, school psychology, administration, as well as educational policy and leadership; prepare leaders in the profession of education by conducting outstanding research, teaching, and service; and assist in the development of strong and effective public schools in North Carolina. In order to fulfill its mission, the School is organized into three academic divisions: (1) Culture, Curriculum, & Teacher Education (CCATE), (2) Learning, Development & Psychological Sciences (LDPS), and (3) Educational Policy, Organization, & Leadership (EPOL).
Position Summary
  • The duties of the postdoctoral scholar will include assisting on a range of education policy research projects, with a focus on collecting and analyzing data from large administrative datasets.
  • The successful candidate will join a dynamic team of scholars intent on: (1) conducting timely and rigorous empirical work on human capital and race in education 2) translating that research and expertise into action and practices through partnerships and technical assistance; and (3) dissemination efforts targeted to state, local, and institutional leaders.
  • The postdoctoral scholar will also help to manage graduate research assistants and provide project management across grant funded projects.


  • Preference will be given to candidates with strong skills in one or more of the above-listed areas and strong evidence of writing capability, ability to manage competing demands, and experience working with messy administrative data.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
The candidate should have recently completed or be near completion of a doctorate in education policy or the related social sciences, with a demonstrated interested in education policy research.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
  • Experience to develop a substantial research and publication record and scholarly recognition in the field;
  • Interest in education policy and program evaluation;
  • Experience with and managing large-scale data systems;
  • Experience working on team-based projects;
  • Experience working with policymakers and practitioners on research projects;
  • Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication;
  • Strong organizational skills and experience coordinating research activities across a large team;
  • Experience mentoring early-stage graduate or undergraduate researchers
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
  • The candidate should have experience with STATA (or R), and other data management software as necessary.
  • The candidate should have an advanced understanding of causal inference techniques
Special Physical/Mental Requirements
Special Instructions
For information on UNC Postdoctoral Benefits and Services click here
Quick Link https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/264926

Posting Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title Constance Lindsay, Assistant Professor
Department Contact Telephone or Email clindsay@unc.edu
Postdoctoral Affairs Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity office at (919) 966-3576 or send an email to equalopportunity@unc.edu. 
 
Please note: The Equal Employment Opportunity office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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