Research Associate, Jacobs Institute For Innovation In Education

This is a full-time temporary, benefit-based position with an anticipated end date of October 31, 2023.

The research associate position’s primary purpose is to conduct research or evaluation studies, as assigned, on behalf of the Jacobs Institute for Innovation in Education (JI). The Research Associate will work with the JI team and under the general guidance and supervision of the Associate Director of Research.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Research

• Preparation of project proposals in collaboration with the project and personnel manager.
• Disseminate information related to JI research and evaluation projects to research, practitioner, policy, and/or stakeholder communities through publications, presentations, workshops, forums, and/or social media. Duties include the preparation of conference proposals, journal articles, and/or technical reports, papers, or records.
• As assigned, serve as Project Lead for research and/or evaluation projects. Under the general guidance of the Associate Director or Director of Research, manage all logistical and methods-related aspects of the assigned research or evaluation projects.
• Conducts thorough literature review and information research, utilizing institution library, archives, and collections, internet-based information, and other sources of information, to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate facts.
• Apply basic and advanced statistical methods as appropriate for evaluation and research projects.
• Conducts field research through interviews, surveys, focus groups and other site methodologies to collect, record, analyze, and evaluate facts.

Administrative

• Participate in full-staff, research team, project team meetings, and others as assigned.
• Represent JI in a professional manner in all activities.
• Serve on JI and/or university committees as assigned.
• Present findings at conferences, as needed.
• Complete tasks—large and small—as needed to advance the work of the center.

Special Conditions of Employment:

The University of San Diego is requiring all employees to follow our Covid-19 vaccine requirement process. https://www.sandiego.edu/onward/

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Initiative, time management skills, and proven ability to follow through with tasks and work independently.
• Experience conducting qualitative and/or quantitative research and evaluation studies.
• Doctoral degree required in education, psychology, research methods, or related field.
• Must be able to work on-campus at the University of San Diego in San Diego, California
• Strong analytical, organizational, planning, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and cooperatively with research institute staff, affiliated faculty, school district personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge and experience in educational technology, learning sciences, and/or innovation in education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting educational research in PK-12 environments preferred.
• Quantitative data analysis skills, including knowledge of SPSS/SAS/R/Python.
• Proven ability to effectively manage research and/or evaluation projects, data, and project teams.
• Qualitative data analysis skills, including knowledge of qualitative data analysis software.
• Experience writing or supporting federal or foundation level grant initiatives

Posting Salary:

$6,416.00 - $6,417.00 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Special Application Instructions:

Resume and Cover Letter Required

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