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Broadening Access for Students with Disabilities

  • Posted 3 years ago
In 250 words or less, please coherently articulate why you are interested in this research opportunity.
In 250 words or less, describe why you are a strong candidate for this research opportunity.
In 250 words or less, describe how participating in this research experience aligns with your short and long term goals.
Provide the name of any completed/in-progress college coursework relevant to this position
Provide a viewable Google Doc link to your resume

Apply By
9/1/22

Posting Number
2210

Research Group
Equity in STEM Education research group

Mentor Name
Claire Gordy

Number of Positions Available
1-2

Description
In the US, 26% of adults have one or more disabilities; yet only 10% of STEM undergraduates are disabled, and 7% of STEM Ph.D.s are awarded to students with disabilities. Ongoing research in the Department of Biological Sciences shows that while only 4% of NC State students receive DRO accommodations, 19% of Biological Sciences students self-identified as having one or more disabilities. The goals of this research are to 1. identify barriers that prevent students from seeking accommodations and using accommodations they have been granted; 2. understand faculty perspectives about students with disabilities; and 3. identify specific practices that positively and negatively impact the educational experiences of disabled students in and out of the classroom at NC State. Undergraduate researchers involved in this project will perform literature reviews, help develop, administer, and analyze surveys, and will potentially undergo training to carry out semi-structured interviews. Prior to beginning work on the project, undergraduate researchers must complete CITI human subjects research ethics training. Time spent completing this training will be paid.

Required Prerequisites
Demonstrated interest in and commitment to inclusion and equity in education.

Preferred Prerequisites
Demonstrated interest in and experience with the disabled community (including physical disabilities, learning disabilities, neurodiversity, and chronic illness).

Preferred Academic Year

Anticipated Start Date
September 2022

Duration of Position
2022-23 academic year with potential for continuing

Approximate Hours per Week
5-10

Salary or Stipend
$14/hour

Additional Information
To apply, please send a resume or CV (formatting is unimportant) and an explanation of why you are specifically interested in this position. PEP funding is available for one student; additional positions may be available for students who are eligible for Federal Work Study. Background information about disability justice as it relates to higher education in STEM is available in this presentation: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1AVYZHk3bbp4CahT3UgYq2Y5lI5_OQNn_kcgINTig2_0/edit#slide=id.g11465bacb31_0_7