• Research Associate-Fixed Term

    Michigan State University (East Lansing, MI)


    Position Summary

    The Research Associate will coordinate all aspects of program evaluation projects, including working as part of a collaborative team to develop project plan, Institutional Review Board (IRB) process, data collection/management, data analyses and dissemination of findings through publications and presentations. Primary duties include working in conjunction with the Principal Investigator and Project Manager, participating in quantitative, qualitative and mixed model program evaluation and research projects, including data collection, data cleaning, data analysis, and report writing.

     

    In addition, the Research Associate's responsibilities include, but not limited to, ensuring compliance with all IRB rules and regulations as well as Michigan Rehabilitation Services and Project Excellence data security procedures.

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

     

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

    Required Degree

    Doctorate -Rehabilitation counseling, rehabilitation psychology, education, social work, quantitative methods or related degree.

    Minimum Requirements

    Ph.D in rehabilitation counseling, education, or related social science field; or statistics or quantitative methods.

    Desired Qualifications

    • Extensive work experience in conducting research, program evaluation, or related projects; demonstrated experience working with large data sets; expert experience with computer applications (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and statistical analysis packages (e.g., SPSS, STATA, Atlas.ti); experience presenting at local, regional and national conferences on evaluation findings, evaluation and/or research methods, and related issues.

    • Must be highly motivated, self-directed, have strong organizational and problem solving skills and be willing and able to work collaboratively as part of a team.

     

    Required Application Materials

     

    Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae that includes the names and contact information for three professional references.

    Special Instructions

    Questions regarding this position can be directed to Dr. Sukyeong Pi at [email protected].

     

    Review of Applications Begins On

     

    09/16/2024

    Remote Work Statement

    MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

    Website

    https://education.msu.edu/

    MSU Statement

    Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.