Research Strategies Instructor, McNair Summer Research Internship Program
Company Name
Rhode Island College
Remote Position
No
Job Type
Temporary
Location
Providence, RI
Position Information:
| Position Title | Research Strategies Instructor, McNair Summer Research Internship Program |
|---|---|
| Department Name | Center for Scholar Development |
| Academic or Calendar Year | temporary |
| Scheduled Work Week / Hours / Area | Meetings/Dates: • Program duration: May 19, 2025 -June 26, 2025 • Thursday, May 15, 2025: Instructor Orientation and Planning Session (Time TBD). • Classes meet Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 10:30 AM to 12:35 PM. • Thursday, June 26, 2025: Poster Presentation Session • Weekly meetings with the Project Director. • Specific meetings and additional orientation dates (if applicable) will be communicated upon hiring. Information about class schedule: • Classes meet three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday) for two hours and five minutes each session. • Instructors are expected to guide students through the development of a research proposal and a poster presentation by the end of the six-week program. Additional meetings with McNair Staff and/or faculty mentors may be scheduled to support student progress. •Compensation will be determined in collaboration with HR. |
| Position Overview | The Rhode Island College McNair Scholars Program is a federally funded TRIO program designed to prepare eligible undergraduates for doctoral study through involvement in research and other scholarly activities. The program’s goal is to increase the attainment of PhD degrees by students from underrepresented segments of society. For more information, visit the McNair Scholars Program website: https://our.ric.edu/department-directory/center-scholar-development/mcnair-scholars-program. |
| Essential Duties | • Develop and deliver a structured course curriculum aligned with McNair Program goals. • Guide students through the development of research proposals. • Teach principles ofresearch design, methodology, and academic inquiry. • Assist students in selecting appropriate research methods and designing effective studies. • Provide strategies for identifying and collaborating with faculty mentors. • Facilitate workshops on research writing, conducting literature reviews, and adhering to ethical research practices. • Support students in preparing, designing, and presenting professional research posters. • Offer timely, constructive feedback on assignments, research drafts, and presentations. • Maintain accurate documentation of student engagement, assignments, and academic progress. • Collaborate regularly with McNair staff and faculty mentors to ensure student success. • Organize and host a Poster Presentation Session on June 29, 2025. |
| Occasional Duties | |
| Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities | • Strong commitment to teaching and mentoring underrepresented, first-generation college students. • Expertise in research design, proposal development, and academic writing. • Ability to engage and inspire undergraduate researchers. • Proficiency with digital tools for instruction and research. • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills. |
| Required Qualifications | • Experience teaching research methods and mentoring undergraduate students. |
| Preferred Qualifications | • PhD in a relevant field (e.g., psychology, sociology, education, or a related discipline). • Experience guiding students through poster presentations and academic research communication. • Familiarity with undergraduate research programs (such as McNair or other TRIO programs). |
| Environmental Conditions | The employee is not exposed to known adverse environmental conditions. Instruction and mentoring occur in classrooms and other college facilities. Participation in program workshops, presentations, and related activities with students is expected. |
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