Postdoctoral Researcher in STEM Education

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Groningen, Groningen, Nederland Rijksuniversiteit Groningen Voltijd

Position Overview

We are looking for candidates with a Ph.D. in STEM education or a related discipline, possessing a solid foundation in any STEM field or educational practices, along with a keen interest in promoting gender inclusivity through queer theory, professional development, and mixed-methods research approaches. This role will be based at the Zernike Institute for Advanced Materials in Groningen, Netherlands, as part of a collaborative initiative with the Centre for Learning and Teaching at the University of Groningen.

This postdoctoral role is part of the Erasmus+ Programme 'Partnerships for Innovation - Forward Looking Projects', which includes a consortium of ten partners comprising universities and NGOs across Europe. These Forward-Looking Projects are designed to have a significant impact on education, training, and youth systems, potentially leading to mainstream innovations in educational methods and practices.

Project Objectives

The project aims to:

  1. Create a framework for inclusive STEM education that addresses gender and sexual diversity.
  2. Develop a comprehensive training toolkit for educators focused on inclusive STEM practices.
  3. Facilitate professional development workshops for teachers and university faculty.

About the Organisation

Established in 1614, the University of Groningen is renowned for its dynamic and innovative approach to higher education, offering exceptional teaching and research opportunities. With a student body of 34,000, the university encourages the development of talents across various disciplines, positioning itself as one of Europe's leading research institutions.

The Centre for Learning and Teaching is dedicated to enhancing STEM education at the university level through research and professional development initiatives. This includes exploratory and intervention-based studies focused on the development, implementation, and evaluation of curriculum materials, course design, pedagogical tools, and instructional strategies, as well as the integration of digital tools in teaching and learning.

Candidate Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

  • A Ph.D. in STEM education or a related field.
  • A strong commitment to gender and sexual diversity in STEM education.
  • Teaching experience across various educational levels.
  • Proven expertise in research methodologies relevant to learning and teaching, including quantitative and qualitative methods, practice-based research, participatory action research, or ethnography.
  • A solid publication record in reputable international peer-reviewed journals.
  • Demonstrated organizational skills.
  • Excellent proficiency in both spoken and written English.
  • Strong communication abilities, facilitating effective collaboration within a team.
  • A proactive and creative approach to interdisciplinary research.

Employment Conditions

The University of Groningen offers competitive employment conditions in line with the Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities, including:

  • A gross monthly salary ranging from €3,877 to €4,185, depending on relevant experience.
  • An annual holiday allowance of 8%.
  • A year-end bonus of 8.3%.
  • A contract duration of 15 months.


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