Postdoctoral Scholar-Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title

CTP Postdoctoral Scholar

Position Summary

This Postdoctoral Scholar will work under the supervision of Dr. Noreen Naseem Rodríguez to advance the work of the Creating Transformative Possibility through Asian American Studies (CTP) research team in the final two years of the project. This position offers opportunities to collaborate with dynamic education scholars and contribute to innovative research on Asian American Studies and Ethnic Studies in K-12 schools. Successful candidates will support data collection and analysis, contribute to conference presentations and peer-reviewed publications, and organize team and research events. They will also work closely with faculty, educators, and graduate students as part of a collaborative research team, including established partnerships with researchers at institutions across the nation. This role provides opportunities for scholarly growth, professional development and collaboration, and active engagement in a vibrant research community centered on Asian American Studies in K-12 contexts.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Terminal -Education, Asian American Studies, or Ethnic Studies

Minimum Requirements

- An earned doctorate in Education, Asian American Studies, or Ethnic Studies is required by the position start date.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team
- Experience working on large-scale research studies
- Strong background in education research
- Experience publishing peer-reviewed research
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills

Desired Qualifications

- Specialization in Curriculum and Instruction, Educational Policy, Asian American Studies, and/or Ethnic Studies
- Experience conducting qualitative classroom-based research
- Strong publication record in peer-reviewed education journals
- K-12 teaching experience in the United States (preferably in social studies, English/language arts, and/or ethnic studies)
- Strong analytical skills
- Strong presentation skills
- Attention to detail

Required Application Materials

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, two writing samples and contact information for three references. 

Candidates should address in their cover letter what draws them to this position, how their scholarship connects to Asian Americans in education, what strengths/skills/experiences they would bring to the research team, and how their previous experiences in education and research make them an ideal candidate for the position.

Review of applications will begin on January 4, 2026 until the position is filled.

Special Instructions

- This is a fully remote position that is funded for twelve months and may be extended an additional year through July 31, 2029.
- May have to work on the weekend and/or after business hours.
- Site/conference travel as required.

Review of Applications Begins On

01/04/2027

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

education.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.