The Lab for AI in Teaching & Learning (LAITL) in the Kaneb Center for Teaching Excellence and the Learning Analytics and Measurement in Behavioral Sciences (LAMBS) Lab in the Department of Psychology at the University of Notre Dame invite applications for a full-time postdoctoral scholar position.
The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of renewal for an additional year based on satisfactory performance. This position is jointly supported by LAITL and the LAMBS Lab, with primary affiliation with LAITL under the supervision of Dr. G. Alex Ambrose and secondary affiliation with LAMBS under the supervision of Dr. Ying “Alison” Cheng.
The successful candidate will join a collaborative, cross-functional team working at the intersection of AI, teaching and learning, and faculty development.
The scholar will play a central role in designing, leading, and studying faculty development initiatives focused on AI literacy, fluency, and pedagogy.
The position emphasizes applied educational development, translating AI research into practical classroom workflows, assessment redesign, and institutional strategy.
The scholar will contribute to advancing Notre Dame’s leadership in AI-enabled teaching, learning, and responsible innovation.
The start date of the position is flexible.
Designing and facilitating faculty development programs, including supporting the AI Academy, to build instructor capacity in AI literacy and pedagogy
Conducting applied and design-based research on the use of AI in teaching and learning, including evaluation of impacts on student learning and faculty practice
Partnering with faculty to redesign curriculum and assessments, including development of AI-resilient and AI-augmented assignments
Supporting development and implementation of institutional AI literacy frameworks aligned with emerging national and global standards
Opportunities in teaching one course and two workshops per year related to AI and teaching and learning
Contributing to grant writing, including development of at least one proposal annually
Contributing to research dissemination, including conference presentations and scholarly publications
Supporting and mentoring undergraduate research assistants and AI Coaches
Minimum Qualifications
This position requires a doctoral degree in Learning Sciences, Educational Psychology, Educational Statistics or Measurement, Education Technology, Higher Education, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field by time of hire, and experience conducting research or applied work in educational settings.
Candidates should demonstrate:
Experience designing or facilitating workshops or adult professional learning
Experience teaching (or as a teaching assistant) in higher education contexts
Experience conducting applied or mixed-methods research
Experience working with generative AI tools, including LLMs, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted workflows
Ability to translate technical AI concepts into accessible, pedagogically meaningful practices
Experience with faculty development, instructional design, or educational innovation initiatives
Record or strong trajectory of publication in relevant fields such as learning sciences, AI in education, higher education, or HCI
Experience leading or contributing to interdisciplinary teams
Strong project management, communication, and facilitation skills
Interest in contributing to institutional strategy and implementation of AI in higher education
Candidates must submit:
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter detailing qualifications for the position, including experience with AI in teaching and learning, faculty development or educational innovation, and research interests
Names and contact information for three references
Flexibility across ND Learning, Psychology, or Computer Science departments
Hiring Manager:
Alex Ambrose: gambrose@nd.edu
The University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and complies with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.
Background Check
This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597
