- Location
- Prairie View, TX, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Education
- PhD
- Closing date
- 4 days ago
- Source
- Workday
Description
Job Title
Postdoctoral Research Fellow (ASCEND Initiative)Agency
Prairie View A&M UniversityDepartment
Research Administration (MACH III)Proposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Prairie View, TexasJob Type
StaffJob Description
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The Prairie View A&M University Postdoctoral Research Fellow will support the ASCEND Initiative, a collaborative effort with Yale University focused on faculty development and institutional transformation in higher education. This two-year, full-time appointment runs from June 1, 2026, through May 30, 2028, and is designed for an emerging scholar seeking to build a strong applied research portfolio on institutional collaborations in higher education.
The postdoctoral fellow will play a central role in evaluating and documenting the impact of ASCEND through rigorous research, reporting, and dissemination. The position includes responsibilities in research and evaluation, collaboration and stakeholder engagement, and teaching.
During the Fall and Spring semesters, time is typically allocated across research and ASCEND Initiative activities, teaching responsibilities, and reporting, collaboration, and professional development. During the summer months (June through July), the full 40-hour workweek is dedicated exclusively to research-related activities.
This position is funded by a grant or restricted funds. Continued employment is contingent on the renewal of grant or restricted funding.
The salary is determined in accordance with the University’s compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates’ education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
Responsibilities:
Research and Evaluation
- Support research activities associated with the ASCEND Initiative, including study design, data collection, management, and analysis using qualitative, quantitative, or mixed methods approaches.
- Collect, manage, and analyze data to assess program effectiveness and outcomes.
- Prepare comprehensive annual reports documenting initiative progress, impact, and key findings.
- Develop manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals, policy briefs, and institutional reports.
- Present research findings at national and international conferences.
- Contribute to dissemination strategies that highlight the impact and outcomes of the initiative.
Collaboration and Stakeholder Engagement
- Collaborate closely with partners at Prairie View A&M University and Yale University to ensure alignment of research goals and deliverables.
- Engage with faculty participants and program stakeholders to support data collection efforts and continuous improvement processes.
- Contribute to strategic discussions about scaling and sustaining ASCEND outcomes across institutional contexts.
Teaching
- Teach one 3-credit course during the Fall semester and one 3-credit course during the Spring semester at Prairie View A&M University.
- Develop course materials, facilitate instruction, maintain office hours, and support student learning through research-informed pedagogical practices.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
- Doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in Education or a closely related field.
- Demonstrated expertise in research design and methodology.
- Strong scholarly writing skills with evidence of publication or clear potential for publication.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with program evaluation, faculty development initiatives, or higher education research.
- Experience working on multi-institutional projects.
- Record of conference presentations or publications.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence in education and student success.
Job Posting Close Date:
07/15/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [email protected] should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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