Dr. Robbin Clay is the Postdoctoral Associate for the Rice Office of Stem Engagement (R-STEM), where she assists with research related to STEM teacher professional development and undergraduate student programs, contributes to peer-reviewed journal publications, and collaborates on various projects related to STEM education research. Prior to joining Rice University, she worked as a middle school science and english teacher. Dr. Clay participated in the Rice Middle School Science AP Institute for many years while teaching to enrich her science teaching pedagogy.

Dr. Clay’s research focuses on mentorship of minority K-12 educational leaders. Her research interests include equitable teaching and learning outcomes for STEM education, access and success in postsecondary education for marginalized students, and mentorship for minority educational leaders and faculty. Dr. Clay holds a B.A. in Healthcare Administration, a M.Ed. in Educational Leadership, and a Ed.D. in Professional Leadership and Policy Studies.