PEWS is excited to be hiring a new postdoctoral fellow to support the important work done at the University of Cincinnati’s Center for Public Engagement with Science (PEWS). Anyone with a PhD in any related discipline (any STEM field, social sciences, science ed, sci comm, philosophy of science, HPS, STS, etc.) by the start date (ideally August, but with room for flexibility) is welcome to apply. Applications will be reviewed beginning April 30th, and continue until the position is filled.
Job Overview
PEWS seeks a postdoctoral fellow to support the Center’s operations and growth and to pursue initiatives related to public engagement with science. We invite applications from those with a recent PhD in any academic discipline with an interest in interdisciplinary collaboration and demonstrated experience in one or another aspect of public engagement with science. We interpret public engagement with science broadly, to include science communication, informal and formal science education, public participation in scientific research, science policy, and more.
Activities are anticipated to include:
- Mentorship and oversight of graduate and undergraduate student interns;
- Management of PEWS internal and external communications, including file management and web, email, and social media presence;
- Support for PEWS operations, including teaching, grant writing, developing community partnerships, and event management;
- Development and expansion of public engagement initiatives.
The Postdoctoral Fellow will also have the opportunity to engage in research and professional development in their discipline(s) and in the interdisciplinary setting of PEWS, with a small annual discretionary budget to support travel and/or research. We anticipate that approximately 30% of the Fellow’s time will be dedicated to pursuing their own professional goals in research and/or outreach.
The postdoctoral fellow will be mentored by PEWS Director, Dr. Angela Potochnik, and a faculty mentor of their choice within their discipline, with additional support from the PEWS Leadership Team.
Application Information
We will begin reviewing applications April 30, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Qualified and interested applicants must apply online at the university’s recruitment website: https://jobs.uc.edu (search Requisition #101961). In addition to the online application, please include: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of research background and interests (2 pages maximum), and a statement of background and interests in public engagement. Applicants should also arrange for three confidential letters of recommendation to be emailed to cormenmw@ucmail.uc.edu.
