Adult and Community Education Fellow

The Center for Hazardous Substances Research is seeking a full-time postdoctoral fellow with a background in Adult and Community Education. The Participatory and Community Engagement (PACE) Fellow will work with the EPA-funded K-State Technical As...

  • 518350
  • Other, Kansas
  • Hazardous Substance Center for
  • Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
  • Opening on: Oct 29 2024
  • Hybrid and/or Remote eligible

About This Role

The Center for Hazardous Substances Research is seeking a full-time postdoctoral fellow with a background in Adult and Community Education. The Participatory and Community Engagement (PACE) Fellow will work with the EPA-funded K-State Technical Assistance to Brownfield (TAB) Program (https://www.ksutab.org/). K-State TAB provides education and technical assistance to communities interested in redeveloping environmentally or potentially environmentally contaminated properties. The purpose of the PACE Fellowship Program is to provide emerging professionals with applied, experiential learning in a Community of Practice dedicated to building their capacity to lead community engagement and participatory processes.

Please see the KSU TAB, Tribal TAB, and CHSR websites for more information about our work. 

About Us

Please see the KSU TAB, Tribal TAB, and CHSR websites for more information about our work. 

Worksite Option

This position is eligible for hybrid and/or remote worksite. Work may be performed on employer premises, designated assignment location and/or performed fully in a remote capacity.  An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements.

Visit this link for K-State’s guidance and policies on remote work and flexible work arrangements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.

An employee who is working remotely must reside within the United States in order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax requirements. Remote work agreements are required for all flexible work arrangements and are subject to review.  Review K-State’s remote work policy details for more information.

What You'll Need to Succeed

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Doctoral degree in a relevant field of study (e.g., adult education, adult learning, community education).
  • Demonstrated knowledge/experience in qualitative methodology and/or mixed-methods research design and data analysis, particularly within the areas of community education, participatory action research, sustainability education, or similar areas.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working with adult learners in professional, continuing, and/or community education settings.
  • Experience with statistical software (SPSS) and/or qualitative data analysis software (NVivo or similar).
  • Experience working both in-person and remotely with a team comprised of a variety of professionals from diverse fields (e.g., education, engineering, chemistry, architecture, planning).

How to Apply

Please submit the following documents:

  1. Cover letter addressing qualifications for the position.
  2. CV or Resume
  3. Contact information for three professional references

Screening of Applications Begins

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range

$59,000-$61,000

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Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

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Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

Upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment, a candidate may be subject to a background check per K-State’s background check policy.

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