Postdoctoral Scholar - Berkeley School Of Education

*Postdoctoral Scholar - Berkeley School of Education*

*Position overview* *Position title:* Non-Senate
*Salary range:* The posted UC academic salary scales ([ set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment.
See the following table for the salary scale for this position ([ A reasonable estimate for this position is $64,480 - $77,179.


*Percent time:* 100%


*Anticipated start:* As soon as September 3, 2024. Exact start date negotiable.


*Position duration:* Two year appointment

*Application Window*
*Open date: *July 25, 2024


*Most recent review date:* Friday, Aug 9, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.


*Final date: *Saturday, Aug 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.


*Position description*

The University of California, Berkeley School of Education (BSE) seeks a postdoctoral fellow. The postdoctoral fellow will conduct research under the supervision of Associate Professor Travis J. Bristol. The postdoctoral fellow will contribute to Professor Bristol's research foci. Using qualitative methods, Dr. Bristol explores three related research strands: (1) the role of educational policies in shaping the workplace experiences and retention of educators of color; (2) district and school-based professional learning communities for educators of color; (3) the role of race and gender in educational settings. The primary responsibilities include a) Collecting qualitative data (e.g. semi-structured interviews and participant observations) for Professor Bristol's ongoing educators of color research projects; b) Analyzing collected data; c) Assisting with the preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed research journals; d) Assisting with the preparation of policy briefs; e) Participating in weekly research team meetings with doctoral and undergraduate research assistants. This position will also work in coordination of the Center for Research on Expanding Educational Opportunity (CREEO)


Duties of Position:


* Collecting qualitative data (e.g. semi-structured interviews and participant observations) for Professor Bristol's ongoing educators of color research projects.


* Analyzing collected data
* Assisting with the preparation of manuscripts for publication in peer-reviewed research journals
* Assisting with the preparation of policy briefs.
* Participating in weekly research team meetings with doctoral and undergraduate research assistants

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*Qualifications*
*Basic qualifications* (required at time of application)
Doctoral degree (or equivalent international degree), or enrolled in a Doctoral or equivalent international degree program at the time of application

*Additional qualifications* (required at time of start)
Doctoral degree (or equivalent international degree).

*Preferred qualifications*
Former K - 12 classroom public school teaching experience. Experience writing policy briefs. Facility with qualitative data analysis software such as MAXQDA or NVivo.

*Application Requirements*


*Document requirements*
* Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.


* Cover Letter


* Statement of Research






*Reference requirements*

* 2-3 required (contact information only)

References should be from individuals who are familiar with the applicant's written work and qualifications for the position.
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*About UC Berkeley*

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).


The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.


Please refer to the [University of California's Affirmative Action Policy]( and the [University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy](


In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the [UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality]( prior to submitting their letter.


As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

*Job location*
Berkeley, California

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