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Position Summary

The Postdoctoral Research Fellow will join an interdisciplinary and multi-institutional NSF-funded research project Broadening Participation of Underrepresented Scholars in Academic STEM: The Influence of an Inclusive Climate on Early-Career Outcomes. The research team is examining the role of an inclusive climate and the impact of COVID-19 on career outcomes and attitudes of underrepresented scholars in academic STEM (https://ee-stem.weebly.com/).

This research is being conducted jointly by Drs. Kendra Spence Cheruvelil, Kevin Elliott, and Georgina Montgomery at Michigan State University (MSU), as well as Drs. Isis Settles and Erin Cech at the University of Michigan (UM). These scholars contribute expertise from the disciplines of psychology, sociology, environmental science, philosophy of science, and history of science. The postdoctoral researcher will be at MSU and be affiliated with the UM. Remote work is possible during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The primary responsibility of the researcher will be to conduct scholarly research focused on data analysis, manuscript development, scholarly presentations, and grant proposal development. They will work with and coordinate the efforts of faculty, postdocs, graduate students, and undergraduate students at both institutions. Opportunities for training, professional development, and conference attendance will be provided by the team as well as through the MSU Office of Postdoctoral Affairs (https://postdocs.msu.edu/).

Opportunities for training and career development will be provided by the team and through programs offered by the UM Postdoctoral Association and through the UM ADVANCE Program.  Funds will be provided for travel to one conference per year.  Remote work is possible during the COVID-19 pandemic; otherwise, a shared office is provided.

This is a full-time (40 hrs/week), 12 month position and funding is available for one year.  Preferred start date is May15, 2022.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Psychology, Sociology, or a related field

Minimum Requirements

• Ph.D. in Psychology, Sociology, or a related field by the start of the position
• Research interests in science of team science, organizational psychology/sociology, inequality, and/or underrepresentation in STEM
• Expertise with quantitative data analysis
• Proficiency with R, SPSS, or Stata
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong publication track record with at least one first author publication

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in multidisciplinary or interdisciplinary collaborative groups or teams
• Experience mentoring undergraduate students
• Experience with grant writing

Required Application Materials

Please submit a CV, names and contact information for three references, 2-3 representative publications or papers, and a 2-3 page statement summarizing your research interests and experiences to date. Please contact Dr. Kendra Cheruvelil (ksc@msu.edu) with questions.

Together-we-will Statement

Review of Applications Begins On

3/15/2022

Website

https://bigdatalimno.org/

Department Statement

The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife was established in 1950 with faculty drawn from several different units. Since that time, both the faculty and the issues of importance in fisheries and wildlife have changed significantly. Our Mission, Vision, and Values build on our core strengths and prepare us for continuing change in societal needs, scientific understanding, and educational priorities.

We believe a diverse, inclusive working and learning environment enriches the department and fosters innovation in teaching, research, and engagement with partners and the public.  We expect all members of the department to uphold the highest ethical standards in our work and personal conduct, with shared responsibility and accountability. We act in keeping with our values, mission, and vision.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.