The Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL) at the University of Maryland College Park (UMCP) invites applications for the President’s Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (PPFP). We seek an early-career mathematics education scholar who centers issues of race and racial equity in their research and instruction.

 

The purpose of the PPFP Program is to support promising scholars who are committed to diversity in academia. We particularly encourage applications from members of groups historically underrepresented in the professoriate. Upon successful completion of the PPFP Program and review, the Fellowship may convert to a tenure-track Assistant Professor position.

PPFP website: https://gradschool.umd.edu/postdocs/presidents-postdoctoral-fellowship-program

The Department of Teaching and Learning, Policy and Leadership (TLPL) is one of three departments within the College of Education at UMD. TLPL programs encourage thoughtful and responsive explorations of education practices, practices, and related social issues. The Department includes three divisions: Science, Technology, and Mathematics Education (STME); Educational Policy and Leadership (EPL), and Language Literacy, and Social Inquiry (LLSI).

The Center for Mathematics Education (CfME), housed in TLPL, is a nationally prominent center for research and teaching addressing the improvement of mathematics education in K-16 and informal settings. The Center’s tenure- and professional-track faculty promote innovation in teacher preparation programs and focused outreach efforts to local school districts. CfME faculty are committed to furthering increased access and opportunities for historically marginalized populations in mathematics education. CfME currently leads professional partnerships with local school districts including the Middle School Mathematics Outreach and CITE programs with Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) and Terrapin Teachers with both MCPS and Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS).

 

The successful Fellow will be appointed for a one-year 12-month term beginning July 1, 2025, with the expectation of renewal for a second one-year term contingent on review. The Fellow will receive a starting stipend of $67,000, health benefits, and $10,000 for research startup. In addition, the Fellow will have access to office space with computer, library access, and other privileges at the University. During the term of appointment, the Fellow will be expected to focus primarily on research. In addition, the Fellow will teach one course (one semester only) per year. Dr. Andrew Brantlinger will serve as the Fellow’s primary mentor with support from other CfME and TLPL faculty. These faculty will meet with the Fellow regularly to provide guidance on developing a pedagogically sound teaching philosophy and plan, and improving the skills needed to pursue an academic research career, including proposal and manuscript writing, and technical presentation skills. The Fellow will also participate in professional development opportunities developed by the College of Education and the university’s Office of Postdoctoral Affairs and the Office of Faculty Affairs.

 

Selected candidates will be invited to apply to the University’s PPFP program on the basis of scholarly promise and the potential to contribute to the diversity of the UMCP community. https://gradschool.umd.edu/postdocs/presidents-postdoctoral-fellowship-program

Applicants must have completed their doctoral degree when the term of appointment commences (July 1, 2025 OR August 15, 2025). Expressions of interest should be submitted to: amb@umd.edu

Education:
Doctorate in mathematics education or related field (e.g., learning sciences, mathematics) by time of appointment.

Experience:

All applications will be processed through the University of Maryland eTerp2 system. For best consideration, applications are due by August 12, 2024. Interested candidates should submit the following documents to https://ejobs.umd.edu:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Statement of Proposed Research Plan (2-3 pages)

4. Personal Statement that details your demonstrated commitment to diversity efforts

and the mission of UMCP, and why you should be selected for this opportunity (1-3

pages)

5. Teaching Statement (1-2 pages)
6. Names and contact information for three references to be entered in the online application

For questions about the position, contact the Search Committee Co-Chair, Andrew Brantlinger (amb@umd.edu). For questions about the application process, please contact Maria Somarriba (msomarri@umd.edu).