Postdoctoral Fellow
 The Pennsylvania State University | |
 United States, Pennsylvania, University Park | |
| 201 Old Main (Show on map) | |
 Apr 25, 2025 | |
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: A Postdoctoral Fellow position is open for a candidate to help conduct research on factors influencing student retention and graduation rates in higher education institutions, under the supervision of a faculty member in the Department of Education Policy Studies and the Center for the Study of Higher Education in the College of Education. Successful applicants must have familiarity and experience with post secondary institutions both domestically and abroad, including institutional finances and student level issues. The research responsibilities include a focus on financial stress and its impact on student retention and graduation rates and the relationship between institutional expenditure structures and student retention. Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in Higher Education, Education Policy, Economics, Sociology, or a related field, with demonstrated expertise in quantitative research methods and statistical modeling, including proficiency in statistical software such as Stata, Mplus, or R. Familiarity with quantitative analysis of educational data is highly desirable. Responsibilities will include database preparation and management, statistical analyses, manuscript preparation, and developing policy recommendations based on research findings. This position is unpaid for a one-year period beginning May 15, 2025 with the possibility of a one-year renewal; therefore, applicants must have secured external funding for their postdoctoral fellowship. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter describing relevant experience and what funds they will be drawing upon to cover this postdoctoral fellow experience, and a curriculum vitae (including contact information for referees). The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belongingthat supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages theeducational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of thecommunity thrive.We value belonging as a core strength and anessential element of the university's teaching, research, and servicemission. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines | |