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ABOUT UC EVALUATION SERVICES CENTER AND CECH UC Evaluation Services Center (UCESC) is seeking a full-time Senior Research Associate to join our team to lead community-based evaluation projects and applied research studies that change lives and systems. UCESC's diverse team of specialists works collaboratively to meet the needs of local and national partners on 30 projects annually. We value a supportive learning environment where each team member builds on their strengths and contributes to the overall success of the center. Team members apply equitable research methodologies for a wide variety of projects in the fields of education, human services, and public health, such as university STEM programs, afterschool programs, neighborhood digital inclusion, workforce training, and community-based mental health organizations.
UCESC has functioned as an independent service center within the College of Education, Criminal Justice, and Human Services (CECH) at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** since 1996. CECH is committed to the pursuit of discovery and excellence in research, teaching, and service that addresses real-world challenges and opportunities to create positive social change. Our values include Innovation, Partnership, Diversity, Leadership & Support.
JOB OVERVIEW The Senior Research Associate (SRA) will participate in the development, coordination and execution of program and policy evaluations as well as applied research in education, human services, public health, and other related fields.
The SRA will lead and collaborate on proposals; provide research, program and policy evaluation expertise to university faculty and staff as well as local, regional, state, and federal organizations; and conduct all aspects of studies (e.g., idea generation, instrument development, research design, data analysis, evaluation report and publication writing, presentations and/or other deliverables, and formulation of recommendations for improving program effectiveness).The SRA will participate as a member of applied research and evaluation project teams, actively promote and contribute to the Center's continuous improvement. Responsibilities will also include leading team-based projects and training initiatives along with working with graduate and undergraduate assistants as needed for project work.
The Senior Research Associate position has the potential for a hybrid telework schedule after orientation period is completed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS *Coordinate evaluation and or applied research studies. *Make independent contributions to projects and studies based on professional training and experience. *Perform statistical and graphical quantitative analysis of data, including high level statistical modeling, interpret data and assist in judging validity of data. *Manage small to large data sets. *Independently decide how to solve issues/problems and rely upon their own resources to resolve the issue. *May design of complex data processing systems to analyze research data. *Serve as a seasoned level researcher and may act as a mentor to junior-level research staff. *May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., delegating and assigning tasks, reviewing assignments, and quality of completion, etc.). *Communicate with persons possessing a wide range of data expertise. *Simultaneously work on multiple projects. REQUIRED EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in statistics, health sciences, data sciences, demography, economics, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology, or a related field at time of appointment.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Three (3) years or more experience in each of the following: statistical analysis; statistical software (e.g., SAS, SPSS, and R) and academic and/or technical writing in applied or academic contexts.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS CONSIDERED *Earned doctoral or master's degree in statistics, biostatistics, health sciences, data sciences, demography, economics, political science, psychology, public policy, sociology, or a related field at time of appointment; experience and education must be in a related field. *Demonstrated experience in any of the following: Five (5) or more years in project management; Five (5) or more years in designing and conducting program evaluation, measurement, assessment, or research studies; Four (4) or more years in a leadership role within an organization. *Proficient in each of the following: Data visualization in either geographic information (GIS) software or interactive data visualizations software; Microsoft Word. *Have the ability to: Work Independently, Be flexible to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment; Contribute to the initiation of business development (i.e., identifying funding opportunities and successful proposal writing). *Familiarity with qualitative and/ or mixed methods research methods. *Thrives in a team environment and values personal growth. *Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT *Sitting - Continuously APPLICATION PROCESS *Cover letter: Please describe reason for interest in the position. *CV or resume: Include employment dates, and full or part-time status. *Professional reference: minimum of three (3) one of them a current or former supervisor. Include names, business title, and contact information.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.
*Competitive starting salary up to $75,000 dependent on candidate experience. *Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage. *Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program. *Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans. *Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave. *Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents. *Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.
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