Position Summary
The Community Evaluation Programs (CEP) unit of MSU University Outreach and Engagement conducts research and evaluation projects that focus on the quality, accessibility, and impact of out-of-school time and early childhood education programs across Michigan. CEP has years of experience working with communities at state and local levels to produce engaged scholarship and to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all.
Primary responsibilities for the research specialist position include data collection, cleaning, analysis, and presentation. The successful research specialist will collaborate with other team members on specific projects, though they may also work independently, as needed. They will liaison with project sponsors and other data providers to make continuous improvement of data collection methods to enhance the quality and cohesion of collected data and to streamline the data gathering, cleaning, and reporting processes. They will present findings and results on the project website and at various stakeholder meetings as well as generating peer-reviewed publications, research briefs, and annual reports.
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 -Economics, Community Development, Education, or related fields
Minimum Requirements
The position requires mastery of Microsoft programs and data management through SPSS. A high level of interpersonal and organizational skills is required, as is scrupulous attention to detail and the ability to see multiple elements coming together to create one project. Experience in publication of research from start to finish in all aspects of the process.
Desired Qualifications
Experience with SPSS, Tableau, and/or R.
Required Application Materials
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Contact Information for 3 professional references
- Links to publications or documents should be uploaded
Special Instructions
This position is a one-year fixed-term position with consideration for renewal based on performance and funding. Applications must be submitted through careers.msu.edu.
As an institution of higher learning, Michigan State University is committed to providing a safe environment for its students, faculty, and staff in support of its educational mission. With this commitment, the University conducts criminal background checks and professional misconduct reviews of all applicants for employment in faculty, academic staff, and executive management searches.
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
cep.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.
