University of Maryland
Presidential Post-Doctoral Position in Mathematics Education
University of Maryland, College Park, Maryland, us, 20741
Presidential Post-Doctoral Position in Mathematics Education
Functional Title:
Presidential Post-Doctoral Position in Mathematics EducationCategory Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing ConApplicant Search Category:
FacultyUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
EDUC-Teaching and Learning, Policy and LeadershipCampus/College Information:Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check.Position Summary/Purpose of Position:The Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL) at the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) invites applications for the President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP). We seek an early-career mathematics education scholar who centers issues of race and racial equity in their research and instruction. Upon successful completion of the PPFP Program and review, the Fellowship may convert to a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.PPFP website:
https://gradschool.umd.edu/postdocs/presidents-postdoctoral-fellowship-programThe successful Fellow will be appointed for a one-year 12-month term beginning July 1, 2025, with the expectation of renewal for a second one-year term contingent on review. The Fellow will receive a starting stipend of $67,000, health benefits, and $10,000 for research startup. During the term of appointment, the Fellow will be expected to focus primarily on research and teach one course per year.Education:Doctorate in mathematics education or related field (e.g., learning sciences, mathematics) by time of appointment.Experience:Evidence of scholarly potential in mathematics education with research that focuses on learning, teaching, or policy in mathematics education at any level.Evidence of use of critical perspectives in mathematics education research that centers issues of racial equity or justice.Preferences:Experience teaching mathematics to students in racially, linguistically, and culturally diverse school settings.Experience working with pre-service or in-service secondary mathematics teacher programs.Demonstrated ability to mentor doctoral, Masters, and undergraduate students, including students from populations that have been historically underserved in mathematics education spaces.Application Process:All applications will be processed through the University of Maryland eTerp2 system. For best consideration, applications are due by
August 12, 2024 . Interested candidates should submit the following documents to
https://ejobs.umd.edu :1. Cover Letter2. Statement of Proposed Research Plan (2-3 pages)3. Personal Statement that details your demonstrated commitment to diversity efforts and the mission of UMCP (1-3 pages)4. Teaching Statement (1-2 pages)5. Names and contact information for three references.For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Co-Chair, Andrew Brantlinger (amb@umd.edu). For questions about the application process, please contact Maria Somarriba (msomarri@umd.edu).Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
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Functional Title:
Presidential Post-Doctoral Position in Mathematics EducationCategory Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing ConApplicant Search Category:
FacultyUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
EDUC-Teaching and Learning, Policy and LeadershipCampus/College Information:Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check.Position Summary/Purpose of Position:The Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL) at the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) invites applications for the President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP). We seek an early-career mathematics education scholar who centers issues of race and racial equity in their research and instruction. Upon successful completion of the PPFP Program and review, the Fellowship may convert to a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.PPFP website:
https://gradschool.umd.edu/postdocs/presidents-postdoctoral-fellowship-programThe successful Fellow will be appointed for a one-year 12-month term beginning July 1, 2025, with the expectation of renewal for a second one-year term contingent on review. The Fellow will receive a starting stipend of $67,000, health benefits, and $10,000 for research startup. During the term of appointment, the Fellow will be expected to focus primarily on research and teach one course per year.Education:Doctorate in mathematics education or related field (e.g., learning sciences, mathematics) by time of appointment.Experience:Evidence of scholarly potential in mathematics education with research that focuses on learning, teaching, or policy in mathematics education at any level.Evidence of use of critical perspectives in mathematics education research that centers issues of racial equity or justice.Preferences:Experience teaching mathematics to students in racially, linguistically, and culturally diverse school settings.Experience working with pre-service or in-service secondary mathematics teacher programs.Demonstrated ability to mentor doctoral, Masters, and undergraduate students, including students from populations that have been historically underserved in mathematics education spaces.Application Process:All applications will be processed through the University of Maryland eTerp2 system. For best consideration, applications are due by
August 12, 2024 . Interested candidates should submit the following documents to
https://ejobs.umd.edu :1. Cover Letter2. Statement of Proposed Research Plan (2-3 pages)3. Personal Statement that details your demonstrated commitment to diversity efforts and the mission of UMCP (1-3 pages)4. Teaching Statement (1-2 pages)5. Names and contact information for three references.For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Co-Chair, Andrew Brantlinger (amb@umd.edu). For questions about the application process, please contact Maria Somarriba (msomarri@umd.edu).Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.
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