Ph.D. in Chemical education, science education, educational research, discipline-based education, education, or a closely related field
Experience with the duties and responsibilities related to this position
Demonstrated expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods.
Experience with mixed-methods research design, data collection, and analysis.
Evidence of scholarly writing and dissemination, including conference presentations and/or peer-reviewed publications.
Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
Interest to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and external partners across disciplines.
Experience conducting research in undergraduate STEM education, first-year experience, student success, or mentoring.
Familiarity with survey design, interview/focus-group protocols and analysis software for quantitative and qualitative data.
Experience mentoring undergraduate or graduate students.
Record of or strong potential for securing external funding and contributing to collaborative grant activities.
Interest in program evaluation and assessment.
Additional Requirements
Minor Contact - This position and/or position's responsibilities require work directly with minors. Finger printing and National Sex Offender Registry check required per FASOP HR-04.
Additional Job Description:
Special Instructions:
Please provide resume, cover letter, and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.
Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application.
A copy of your transcript(s) should be attached to your application (if available). However, original transcripts are required prior to hire.
Please contact Dr. Zakiya Wilson-Kennedy @ zwilson@lsu.edu if you have questions regarding this position.
Posting Date:
April 13, 2026
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
August 11, 2026
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
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Benefits
Health insurance
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Job Posting Title:
Postdoctoral Researcher
Position Type:
Other Academic
Department:
LSUAM Science - Chem - Chemistry Education Research and Practice (Zakiya S Wilson-Kennedy (00042487))
Work Location:
0338 A.R. Choppin Hall - Chemistry
Pay Grade:
Other Academic
Job Description:
The CERP Group, led by Dr. Zakiya Wilson-Kennedy, seeks a Postdoctoral Researcher to support a collaborative research agenda focused on chemistry and STEM education research, student success, and program evaluation. This position will provide research support for both the SCI 1001 freshman seminar series and the MissDelta Consortium, with responsibilities including mixed-methods study design, data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and dissemination of findings. The ideal candidate will have expertise in quantitative and qualitative research methods, strong communication skills, and the interest to work in interdisciplinary and community-engaged settings.
Job Duties
25% Research Design, Project Coordination, and Evaluation Planning
Research includes mixed-methods study design, data collection, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and dissemination of findings
20% Scholarly Dissemination and Reporting
Writes publications and presents at conferences/workshops
20% Mentoring, Research Training, and Collaborative Scholar Development Supports graduate and undergraduate students with the research process
15% Data Collection and Management
Conducts interviews, observes classrooms, administers surveys, develops datasets
15% Data Analysis and Interpretation
Uses various software for data analysis
5% Other
Other duties as assigned by manager
Lsu · 0338 A.r. Choppin Hall - Chemistry