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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Experiential Engineering Education (

Rowan University, Glassboro, New Jersey, us, 08028

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Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) Job no:

501070

Work type:

Temporary Full-Time

Location:

Glassboro, New Jersey

Categories:

Pre/Post-Doctoral

The Department of Experiential Engineering Education (ExEEd) within the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering (HMRCoE) invites applications for postdoctoral research fellows appointed for up to a two‑year fellowship.

Responsibilities

Engage with faculty and their graduate students in ongoing research, resulting in intellectual contributions to the broader engineering education research community

Under the advisement of faculty mentors, mentor Ph.D., masters, or undergraduate students

Teaching

Engage in high‑quality, evidence‑based instruction in introductory undergraduate engineering courses (e.g., First‑year and Sophomore Engineering Clinics)

Develop innovative interdisciplinary projects, pedagogies, and curriculum

Contribute to a collaborative, interdisciplinary research community

Required Qualifications

A Ph.D. in an Engineering discipline, Engineering Education, STEM, or STEM Education or an equivalent field. Ph.D. must be conferred prior to appointment.

A B.S. or M.S. degree in a STEM discipline or equivalent field.

A record of scholarly achievement demonstrated through presentations, publications, and other scholarly outputs.

A commitment to working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds including women, students of color, LGBTQ students, first‑generation to college students, students with disabilities, students with low socioeconomic status, and veterans.

Desired Qualifications

For those whose Ph.D. is not in Engineering Education or STEM Education, a demonstrated interest in STEM Education

Experience teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level

Start Date January 15, 2026, or a later date to be negotiated.

How to Apply Review of applications will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until June 15, 2026.

Application Materials

A cover letter summarizing your qualifications and their alignment with the job description

A one‑to‑two‑page research statement including, but not limited to:

Your current research experience (including experience with methods, publicly sharing your work, and mentoring others in research)

How this fellowship aligns with your desired career trajectory

The alignment of your interests and goals with current research occurring in the Experiential Engineering Education department or the Rowan University Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning

A one‑to‑two‑page teaching statement including, but not limited to:

Your teaching philosophy

Your teaching experiences if any

How you support diverse students in your teaching

Your teaching development goals through the fellowship

The names and contact information for three references

File Naming Please name the file ‘YourLastName_THRIVE_Application.pdf’. For example, if your name is Alex Smith, your application should be named Smith_THRIVE_Application.

Salary and Benefits The annual base salary range for this position is AFT: $66,166 – $68,922. Placement within the range will be determined by qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. For eligible employees, benefits include comprehensive state health, dental and retirement benefits, accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employee, spouse, and dependents for undergraduate degrees.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. For the complete non‑discrimination and affirmative action policy, see https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/_docs/home_page/eeo_policy_statement.pdf

Additional Notes Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; the university will not sponsor a work visa for this position. Only completed online applications submitted will be considered.

Contact For questions related to this search please contact the search committee chair, Dr. Kaitlin Mallouk, mallouk@rowan.edu

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