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We are currently seeking educators from Arizona, Colorado, and Texas to become Project EAGLE Trainers as part of a federally funded Javits research grant. Fifteen trainers–five from each state–will participate in a five-day orientation on the Project EAGLE dynamic identification system, to be held from July 13-17, 2025, at the University of Connecticut’s Confratute. Following this training, the trainers will return to their respective states to conduct five workshops during the 2025-26 academic year, sharing the Project EAGLE approach to identifying underserved gifted students.

Benefits for Selected Trainers:

• Complimentary attendance at Confratute 2025 at the University of Connecticut, including registration, meals, and lodging
• Travel expenses covered to and from Connecticut
• Comprehensive training on the Project EAGLE dynamic approach and best practices for delivering professional development
• A $3,600 stipend for participation in the training and conducting five in-state workshops
• Supplies and reimbursement for expenses related to conducting the workshops

Complete application to be a Project EAGLE Trainer by March 15, 2025 here.

For more information, email projecteagle@uconn.edu

Dr. Celeste Sodergren has joined the Project EAGLE team as a Postdoctoral Research Associate! Dr. Sodergren obtained her Ph.D. in Educational Psychology in Gifted Education from Baylor University in the summer of 2024 and joined the team in the fall. Celeste comes to the Renzulli Center with a background in communication and in district leadership in gifted education. Her research interests include the development of gifted education leaders, the needs of parents of gifted students, and how we might leverage non-cognitive factors in intelligence to strengthen gifted students’ success in academics and in life. She is particularly excited about the next phase of Project EAGLE, in which we are recruiting teachers to be trainers.

Dr. Sodergren notes, “I am excited to be welcomed to this remarkable team and I am looking forward to the work we will accomplish together. Empowering teachers with new skills, ideas, and opportunities is one of my favorite things to do, and I am grateful for the opportunity to join Project EAGLE in time to be a part of this important work.”

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Search #: 498320                                                                                                                                 Advertised: Apr 11, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Work type: Full-time                                                                                                                             Applications close: Jul 01, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
Location: Storrs Campus
Categories: Postdoctoral Research Associates

JOB SUMMARY

Project EAGLE (Eliciting Advanced Gifted Learning Evidence) is seeking a qualitative researcher with math education experience for a Postdoctoral Research Associate position. The person in this position will work on this study of math lessons designed to elicit gifted behaviors in elementary English learners through a dynamic identification approach.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Refine the math talent observation checklists and problem-based activities.
• Develop and provide professional learning sessions.
• Recruit participants.
• Conduct interviews and observations.
• Organize and analyze data to write research results.
• Be a core team member, able to learn and work independently and collaborate effectively with co-workers.
• Opportunities to engage in the entire research process and collaborate on research presentations and publications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Mathematics Education, Gifted Education, or a related area.
• Experience in elementary or intermediate math curriculum and instruction.
• Experience analyzing and synthesizing qualitative data.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with gifted English learners.
• Fluency in speaking, writing, and translating Spanish.
• Experience using, measuring, or teaching critical and creative thinking skills.
• Experience developing and/or delivering professional learning sessions.
• Experience conducting interviews and/or field observations.
• Experience with Dedoose or another app to organize and analyze research data.
• Experience in preparing manuscripts for dissemination and publication.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, end-date, 12-month position with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2024. The position may be renewed annually based on funding and performance. The candidate’s appointment will include the possibility of regional and national travel. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs, Staff Positions, Search #498320 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on July 1, 2024.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community. The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.

A team of Neag School of Education researchers is developing a new initiative designed to help educators overcome language barriers to identify gifted students among English learners.

Project EAGLE (Eliciting Advanced Gifted Learning Evidence) is one of several gifted education grants at UConn, including the National Center for Research on Gifted Education (NCRGE), that address inequity in schools. (Read more)

Project EAGLE (Eliciting Advanced Gifted Learning Evidence) at the University of Connecticut is seeking a qualitative researcher with math and gifted English learner experience for a Postdoctoral Fellow position. The person in this position will work on a study of math lessons designed to elicit gifted behaviors in elementary English learners through a dynamic identification approach. This position will be a core team member who must be able to both learn and work independently as well as collaborate effectively with co-workers. There will be substantial opportunities to engage in the entire research process and collaborate on research presentations and publications. For more information and to apply go to

https://jobs.hr.uconn.edu/en-us/job/496801/postdoctoral-research-associate-project-eagle or contact Del Siegle (del@uconn.edu).