The University of Michigan ELI Testing Division is looking for an experienced psychometrician. This is a wonderful opportunity to work in a university environment, with a group of excellent colleagues, on a world-renowned testing program, where quality and high standards are more important than profit and commercial gain. The salary is good, and quite comparable with industry standards. The U of M is an outstanding employer, offering excellent benefits and located in Ann Arbor, one of the most desirable college towns in the US. This is not a faculty position, but a full-time staff position in which applied experience would be highly valued. The successful candidate will be active in the field and will have a good publication record. Ongoing research will be encouraged and appreciated.
Formal Job Description
Duties involve planning, implementing, managing and monitoring all psychometric and technical requirements of a large-scale, international language-testing program; assuring the veracity of data; collaborating with program managers to support the program with routine psychometric services; suggesting and leading additional research studies to strengthen the program; working closely with content experts to improve and expand current assessments; participating in the design and development of new assessments; writing technical reports; participating in design of internal research and test development processes/systems; writing research reports, publishing in academic journals and making presentations at international conferences.
The successful candidate must have a PhD in Educational Measurement, Psychometrics, or a related field, plus a minimum of three years experience working on large-scale testing programs; must have experience in IRT-based methods, test form equating, standard setting and validity studies; excellent written and oral communication skills, including proposal writing/costing, writing technical reports, and publication in professional journals; must have good skills in explaining complex technical concepts to non-specialists. Must work well in a team environment. The salary is competitive.
Interested candidates should contact Dr. Gary Buck (garybuck@umich.edu), Director of Testing.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Tuesday, February 12, 2008
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, EVALUATION
ASSISTANT OR ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR, EVALUATION
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
A tenure-track position in EVALUATION is available at The University of Iowa beginning August 2008. Required qualifications include (1) earned doctorate with substantial preparation in evaluation methodology, (2) demonstrated competence with quantitative and qualitative research paradigms, (3) evidence of excellence in teaching, (4) potential for attracting external funding and (5) skills in working collaboratively and with diverse populations. Desired qualifications include (1) an established research agenda and publication record related to evaluation methodology, and (2) demonstrated ability to attract external funding.
Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses in evaluation, including introduction to program evaluation; advising MA and PhD students; continuing a personal research program that leads, in part, to publications in refereed journals. In addition, the person accepting this position will seek external funding, participate in the activities of professional organizations, and join an active and accomplished faculty in Educational Measurement, Statistics, and Evaluation.
Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a letter of interest, vita, transcripts, teaching evaluations, reprints of scholarly articles, and names and contact information for at least three persons willing to serve as references to: Evaluation Search Committee, Attn: Jennifer Jones, 210 Lindquist Center, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242-1529. For further information concerning the University of Iowa College of Education, visit our website at www.education.uiowa.edu ( http://www.education.uiowa.edu/ ).
The University of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA
A tenure-track position in EVALUATION is available at The University of Iowa beginning August 2008. Required qualifications include (1) earned doctorate with substantial preparation in evaluation methodology, (2) demonstrated competence with quantitative and qualitative research paradigms, (3) evidence of excellence in teaching, (4) potential for attracting external funding and (5) skills in working collaboratively and with diverse populations. Desired qualifications include (1) an established research agenda and publication record related to evaluation methodology, and (2) demonstrated ability to attract external funding.
Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses in evaluation, including introduction to program evaluation; advising MA and PhD students; continuing a personal research program that leads, in part, to publications in refereed journals. In addition, the person accepting this position will seek external funding, participate in the activities of professional organizations, and join an active and accomplished faculty in Educational Measurement, Statistics, and Evaluation.
Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should send a letter of interest, vita, transcripts, teaching evaluations, reprints of scholarly articles, and names and contact information for at least three persons willing to serve as references to: Evaluation Search Committee, Attn: Jennifer Jones, 210 Lindquist Center, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242-1529. For further information concerning the University of Iowa College of Education, visit our website at www.education.uiowa.edu ( http://www.education.uiowa.edu/ ).
The University of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.
Monday, February 11, 2008
PSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST
PSYCHOMETRIC ASSESSMENT SPECIALIST: District of Columbia, State
Education Office
Location: One Judiciary Square Reference: 8848
General Job Information Pay Plan, Series & Grade: CS-1530-14 Salary Range: $85,105- $109,648 Opening Date: December 17, 2007 Open Until Filled
First Screening Date: December 28, 2007 Tour of Duty: 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday thru Friday Area of Consideration: Open to the General Public Promotion Potential: None Number of Vacancies: One (1) Agency: Office of the State Superintendent of Education Duration of Appointment: Term Appointment NTE 13 Months Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in a
collective bargaining unit.
Duties Brief Description of Duties: Directs and conducts extensive and complex
demographic research dealing with the growth and characteristics of the
District and environs to plan, design, and develop analysis instruments
and/or strategies to identify educational assets. This requires complex
analysis and evaluation of data in order to formulate forecasts, trends,
conclusions and recommendations. Studies the behavior of target groups
and the inter-relationships of demographic social and socio-economic
factors which influence population change and educational developments.
Employs survey data and demographic and statistical methodology to
insure that the District and surrounding educational facilities
objective, both short and long term is ensured to meet the evolving
educational needs.
Qualifications Basic Requirements: A.) Degree: that included 15 semester hours in
statistics (or in mathematics and statistics, provided at least 6
semester hours were in statistics), and 9 additional semester hours in
one or more of the following: physical or biological sciences, medicine,
education, or engineering; or in the social sciences including
demography, history, economics, social welfare, geography, international
relations, social or cultural anthropology, health sociology, political
science, public administration, psychology, etc. B.) Combination of education and experience--courses as shown in (A)
above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. The
experience should have included a full range of professional statistical
work such as (a) sampling, (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing
statistical data, and (c) applying statistical techniques such as
measurement of central tendency, dispersion, skewness, sampling error,
simple and multiple correlation, analysis of variance, and tests of
significance. Specialized Experience: To be creditable, at least one (1) year of
specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next
lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation
in the organization.
Ranking Factors Submission of Ranking Factors: The following ranking factors will be
used in the evaluation process. All applicants MUST respond to the
ranking factors. Please respond specifically to the ranking factor(s) by
either typing directly into the free form area provided or by pasting
from a text document. Please describe specific incidents of sustained
achievements from your experience that show evidence of the level at
which you are applying. You may refer to any experience, education,
training, awards, outside activities, etc. that include the degree to
which you possess the job related knowledge, skills and abilities
described in the ranking factors. The information given in response to
the ranking factors should be complete and accurate to the best of your
knowledge. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO ALL RANKING FACTORS WILL ELIMINATE YOU
FROM CONSIDERATION. Ranking Factor #1: Mastery of population and labor force concepts,
definitions, measurement procedures and data series. Ranking Factor #2: Knowledge and skill to coordinate with complementary
educational agencies, districts, programs, etc. in educational districts
in the surrounding metropolitan area, as well as facilities outside of
the District who have made major advancements in educational programs
and curriculum. Ranking Factor #3: Ability to analyze and evaluate data and relate that
data to District and local educational programs. Ranking Factor #4: Skill in designing technical aspects of demographic
research and development projects.
Priority Consideration Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Eligibles for the District of
Columbia's Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment
Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration
for this position if found qualified.
A non-competitive selection of a candidate on the DEP or the ARPP
priority lists will result in cancellation of this vacancy announcement.
Employment Benefits Employee Benefits: Management Supervisory Service Appointment. Selectee
will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and
sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia
government's retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously
employed in the District of Columbia government under an appointment for
which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR),
contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.
Residency Requirement Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1998: An applicant for a position
in the Career Service or for an attorney position (DS-905) in the
Excepted Service who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia
AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, may claim a hiring preference over a
non-resident applicant. To be granted preference, an applicant must: (1)
be qualified for the position; and (2) claim preference at the time of
application. Except for employees entitled by law to preference,
preference will not be granted unless the claim is made at the time of
application.
Information to Applicants Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit
official proof at the time of application. Salary Reduction of Reemployed Annuitants: An individual selected for
employment in the District Government on or after January 1, 1980, who
is receiving an annuity under the District Government civilian
retirement system, shall have his or her pay reduced by the amount of
annuity allocable to the period of employment. Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free
Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position
will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her
immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after
conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug
statute occurring in the workplace.
How to Apply Where to Apply: Candidates can apply online by selecting "Apply for this
job" in the vacancy announcement. Candidates may also apply in person by
completing a DC 2000 job application at the D.C. Office of Human
Resources located at the Reeves Center: 2000 14th Street, N.W.; 4th
Floor; Washington, D.C. 20009. DC 2000 employment applications may also
be mailed to the Reeves Center address by the closing date of the
position. Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job
applications should be directed to HR Answers at (202) 442-9700 Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of
consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given
consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration
for any subsequent advertised position vacancies.
Closing Statement Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the DC Department of Human
Resources Only. EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights
Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq.,
(Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of
actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age,
marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial
status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation,
disability, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual
harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by
the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected
categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the
Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary
action.
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Education Office
Location: One Judiciary Square Reference: 8848
General Job Information Pay Plan, Series & Grade: CS-1530-14 Salary Range: $85,105- $109,648 Opening Date: December 17, 2007 Open Until Filled
First Screening Date: December 28, 2007 Tour of Duty: 8:15 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. Monday thru Friday Area of Consideration: Open to the General Public Promotion Potential: None Number of Vacancies: One (1) Agency: Office of the State Superintendent of Education Duration of Appointment: Term Appointment NTE 13 Months Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in a
collective bargaining unit.
Duties Brief Description of Duties: Directs and conducts extensive and complex
demographic research dealing with the growth and characteristics of the
District and environs to plan, design, and develop analysis instruments
and/or strategies to identify educational assets. This requires complex
analysis and evaluation of data in order to formulate forecasts, trends,
conclusions and recommendations. Studies the behavior of target groups
and the inter-relationships of demographic social and socio-economic
factors which influence population change and educational developments.
Employs survey data and demographic and statistical methodology to
insure that the District and surrounding educational facilities
objective, both short and long term is ensured to meet the evolving
educational needs.
Qualifications Basic Requirements: A.) Degree: that included 15 semester hours in
statistics (or in mathematics and statistics, provided at least 6
semester hours were in statistics), and 9 additional semester hours in
one or more of the following: physical or biological sciences, medicine,
education, or engineering; or in the social sciences including
demography, history, economics, social welfare, geography, international
relations, social or cultural anthropology, health sociology, political
science, public administration, psychology, etc. B.) Combination of education and experience--courses as shown in (A)
above, plus appropriate experience or additional education. The
experience should have included a full range of professional statistical
work such as (a) sampling, (b) collecting, computing, and analyzing
statistical data, and (c) applying statistical techniques such as
measurement of central tendency, dispersion, skewness, sampling error,
simple and multiple correlation, analysis of variance, and tests of
significance. Specialized Experience: To be creditable, at least one (1) year of
specialized experience must have been equivalent to at least the next
lower grade level in the normal line of progression for the occupation
in the organization.
Ranking Factors Submission of Ranking Factors: The following ranking factors will be
used in the evaluation process. All applicants MUST respond to the
ranking factors. Please respond specifically to the ranking factor(s) by
either typing directly into the free form area provided or by pasting
from a text document. Please describe specific incidents of sustained
achievements from your experience that show evidence of the level at
which you are applying. You may refer to any experience, education,
training, awards, outside activities, etc. that include the degree to
which you possess the job related knowledge, skills and abilities
described in the ranking factors. The information given in response to
the ranking factors should be complete and accurate to the best of your
knowledge. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO ALL RANKING FACTORS WILL ELIMINATE YOU
FROM CONSIDERATION. Ranking Factor #1: Mastery of population and labor force concepts,
definitions, measurement procedures and data series. Ranking Factor #2: Knowledge and skill to coordinate with complementary
educational agencies, districts, programs, etc. in educational districts
in the surrounding metropolitan area, as well as facilities outside of
the District who have made major advancements in educational programs
and curriculum. Ranking Factor #3: Ability to analyze and evaluate data and relate that
data to District and local educational programs. Ranking Factor #4: Skill in designing technical aspects of demographic
research and development projects.
Priority Consideration Displaced Employee Priority Placement: Eligibles for the District of
Columbia's Displaced Employee Program (DEP) and Agency Reemployment
Priority Placement Program (ARPP) will be given priority consideration
for this position if found qualified.
A non-competitive selection of a candidate on the DEP or the ARPP
priority lists will result in cancellation of this vacancy announcement.
Employment Benefits Employee Benefits: Management Supervisory Service Appointment. Selectee
will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and
sick leave and will be covered under the District of Columbia
government's retirement plan. However, if selectee was previously
employed in the District of Columbia government under an appointment for
which he/she was eligible for Civil Service Retirement (CSR),
contributions to CSR will resume upon re-employment.
Residency Requirement Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1998: An applicant for a position
in the Career Service or for an attorney position (DS-905) in the
Excepted Service who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia
AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION, may claim a hiring preference over a
non-resident applicant. To be granted preference, an applicant must: (1)
be qualified for the position; and (2) claim preference at the time of
application. Except for employees entitled by law to preference,
preference will not be granted unless the claim is made at the time of
application.
Information to Applicants Veterans Preference: Applicants claiming veterans preference must submit
official proof at the time of application. Salary Reduction of Reemployed Annuitants: An individual selected for
employment in the District Government on or after January 1, 1980, who
is receiving an annuity under the District Government civilian
retirement system, shall have his or her pay reduced by the amount of
annuity allocable to the period of employment. Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free
Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position
will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her
immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after
conviction of or a plea of guilty to a violation of any criminal drug
statute occurring in the workplace.
How to Apply Where to Apply: Candidates can apply online by selecting "Apply for this
job" in the vacancy announcement. Candidates may also apply in person by
completing a DC 2000 job application at the D.C. Office of Human
Resources located at the Reeves Center: 2000 14th Street, N.W.; 4th
Floor; Washington, D.C. 20009. DC 2000 employment applications may also
be mailed to the Reeves Center address by the closing date of the
position. Contact Information: All inquiries related to employment and job
applications should be directed to HR Answers at (202) 442-9700 Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of
consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given
consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration
for any subsequent advertised position vacancies.
Closing Statement Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the DC Department of Human
Resources Only. EEO Statement: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights
Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq.,
(Act) the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of
actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age,
marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, familial
status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation,
disability, source of income, or place of residence or business. Sexual
harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by
the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected
categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the
Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary
action.
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Wednesday, February 6, 2008
The Center for Character and Citizenship
Research Associate
The Center for Character and Citizenship, and the Division of
Educational Psychology, University of Missouri - St. Louis, invites
candidates for the position Research Associate, for the Center for
Character and Citizenship beginning immediately. Ph.D or equivalent in a
relevant discipline e.g. Educational or Psychological Research Methods
or Applied Statistics. Responsibilities include conducting exploratory
and inferential quantitative data analyses and organizing, managing and
documenting various data bases; developing core datasets and assessing
psychometric quality of measures in such datasets; providing narrative
and tabular summaries of the results and report findings. Application
should include summarizing cover letter, curriculum vitae, official
transcripts, three letters of recommendation and selected reprints. The
University of Missouri-St. Louis is an Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. Submit
to Dr. Marvin Berkowitz, Sanford N. McDonnell, Professor, of Character
Education, 402 Marillac Hall, University of Missouri - St. Louis, One
University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121-4400. Screening begins February
15, 2007 and continues until the position is filled.
The Center for Character and Citizenship, and the Division of
Educational Psychology, University of Missouri - St. Louis, invites
candidates for the position Research Associate, for the Center for
Character and Citizenship beginning immediately. Ph.D or equivalent in a
relevant discipline e.g. Educational or Psychological Research Methods
or Applied Statistics. Responsibilities include conducting exploratory
and inferential quantitative data analyses and organizing, managing and
documenting various data bases; developing core datasets and assessing
psychometric quality of measures in such datasets; providing narrative
and tabular summaries of the results and report findings. Application
should include summarizing cover letter, curriculum vitae, official
transcripts, three letters of recommendation and selected reprints. The
University of Missouri-St. Louis is an Affirmative Action, Equal
Opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. Submit
to Dr. Marvin Berkowitz, Sanford N. McDonnell, Professor, of Character
Education, 402 Marillac Hall, University of Missouri - St. Louis, One
University Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63121-4400. Screening begins February
15, 2007 and continues until the position is filled.
Friday, February 1, 2008
WestEd Research Associate II
WestEd Position Announcement
Benefits Highlights
* All health benefits effective day one of employment
* 15% contribution toward retirement effective day one of employment
* 20 vacation days, 10 holidays, 2 personal days
Position Title: Research Associate II
Reports to: Deputy Director, Learning Innovations at WestEd
Program: Learning Innovations
Salary: Level G: $55,362 - $79,089
Location: Boston, MA
Time Base: 100%
Position No: 2451
WestEd, a nonprofit research, development, and service agency, works with education and other communities to promote excellence, achieve equity, and improve learning for children, youth, and adults. While WestEd serves the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah as one of the nation's Regional Educational Laboratories, our agency's work extends throughout the United States and abroad. WestEd has 16 offices nationwide, from Washington and Boston to Arizona, Southern California, and its headquarters in San Francisco.
Learning Innovations is WestEd’s northeastern program with offices in the Boston area (Woburn, MA) and near Burlington, VT (Williston, VT). Learning Innovations conducts research and evaluation and provides training and professional development to address a wide range of school, district, and state improvement needs in education and related areas. Learning Innovations is home to the Northeast Regional Resource Center (one of USDOE funded special education technical assistance centers), and is a partner in the New York and New England Comprehensive Assistance Centers and the Regional Educational Laboratory for the Northeast and Islands (REL-NEI). REL-NEI is funded by the Institute for Education Sciences through a large, five-year contract, and is led by EDC, Inc., Newton, MA. The research activities of the REL include randomized control treatment studies of educational innovations, secondary analyses of existing data sets, research summaries and syntheses, and analyses of current practices. The Learning Innovations at WestEd Research and Evaluation group includes eight professionals who work across a wide variety of projects, including the REL and a group of constantly growing and changing short- and long-term evaluation projects with federal and local funding. Projects focuse on many areas of education and related human development and criminal justice fields, including among others, high school reform, innovative charter schools, PreK-12 and higher education partnerships, math/science education, special education, English language learning and learners, teacher preparation and induction, teacher professional development, administrator preparation and induction, leadership development, district and school program improvement, and issues in juvenile justice processes.
Position Description
WestEd is seeking to fill the position of Research Associate II to join the Research and Evaluation Group within Learning Innovations at WestEd. This position is designed for the seasoned professional seeking to lead evaluation and research projects. The person in this position will be responsible for contributing immediately to new and ongoing evaluation projects, including collaborative planning with clients, conducting focus groups, interviews, and classroom and professional development observations, as well as development and administration of online questionnaires and analysis of existing data and artifacts. Opportunities will also arise for work on a variety of different types of research studies for REL-NEI. This position is with our Learning Innovations at WestEd program and is located in the Woburn, MA office.
Responsibilities
1. Take leadership and work closely with Research and Evaluation team to carry out formative and summative evaluation projects, including conduct of focus groups, interviews, observations, and analysis of existing data and artifacts.
2. Conduct in-depth analysis and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data.
3. Take the lead in preparing research and evaluation reports.
4. Conduct literature reviews.
5. Make presentations to and interact with clients.
6. Lead proposal writing and other business development activities with other members of research & evaluation team
7. Work collaboratively with REL-NEI team and other Learning Innovations /WestEd staff on these and other assignments and participate in all staff meetings and other expected communication protocols.
Qualifications
-Master’s degree in education or related field, including coursework in qualitative and quantitative methods and data analysis
- Experience in conducting focus groups, interviews, observations, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data
- Experience in/with state departments of education, school districts, or other human service organizations
- Experience in proposal or business development
- Knowledge/coursework preferred in one or more specific educational specialty areas, including special education, English language learning, literacy, mathematics education, science education, educational technology, student assessment, teacher quality, drop-out prevention, or the federal education law No Child Left Behind
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player and to treat staff and clients respectfully
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly and prepare useful reports and products
- Excellent organizational skills
- Tolerance of ambiguity, including shifting deadlines and priorities
- Ability to work across multiple projects and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
-Ability to work under pressure and to complete work by established deadlines
- Ability to address problem-solving in a creative and flexible manner
- Ability to provide and accept constructive criticism
- Willingness to travel
Application Process
Apply for this Position
We invite you to apply online at www.WestEd.org/jobs or you may send your resume, a letter of interest (specify Job No. 2451) and a list of three references to:
Human Resources
WestEd
730 Harrison Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
FAX: 415-565-3012
http://www.WestEd.org
WestEd is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Positions are open until filled.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
WestEd employees are offered a broad benefits package, including
* Competitive salary
* Health insurance, including dental and vision care
* Life insurance
* 403(b) retirement plan
* Paid vacation and holidays
Benefits Highlights
* All health benefits effective day one of employment
* 15% contribution toward retirement effective day one of employment
* 20 vacation days, 10 holidays, 2 personal days
Position Title: Research Associate II
Reports to: Deputy Director, Learning Innovations at WestEd
Program: Learning Innovations
Salary: Level G: $55,362 - $79,089
Location: Boston, MA
Time Base: 100%
Position No: 2451
WestEd, a nonprofit research, development, and service agency, works with education and other communities to promote excellence, achieve equity, and improve learning for children, youth, and adults. While WestEd serves the states of Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah as one of the nation's Regional Educational Laboratories, our agency's work extends throughout the United States and abroad. WestEd has 16 offices nationwide, from Washington and Boston to Arizona, Southern California, and its headquarters in San Francisco.
Learning Innovations is WestEd’s northeastern program with offices in the Boston area (Woburn, MA) and near Burlington, VT (Williston, VT). Learning Innovations conducts research and evaluation and provides training and professional development to address a wide range of school, district, and state improvement needs in education and related areas. Learning Innovations is home to the Northeast Regional Resource Center (one of USDOE funded special education technical assistance centers), and is a partner in the New York and New England Comprehensive Assistance Centers and the Regional Educational Laboratory for the Northeast and Islands (REL-NEI). REL-NEI is funded by the Institute for Education Sciences through a large, five-year contract, and is led by EDC, Inc., Newton, MA. The research activities of the REL include randomized control treatment studies of educational innovations, secondary analyses of existing data sets, research summaries and syntheses, and analyses of current practices. The Learning Innovations at WestEd Research and Evaluation group includes eight professionals who work across a wide variety of projects, including the REL and a group of constantly growing and changing short- and long-term evaluation projects with federal and local funding. Projects focuse on many areas of education and related human development and criminal justice fields, including among others, high school reform, innovative charter schools, PreK-12 and higher education partnerships, math/science education, special education, English language learning and learners, teacher preparation and induction, teacher professional development, administrator preparation and induction, leadership development, district and school program improvement, and issues in juvenile justice processes.
Position Description
WestEd is seeking to fill the position of Research Associate II to join the Research and Evaluation Group within Learning Innovations at WestEd. This position is designed for the seasoned professional seeking to lead evaluation and research projects. The person in this position will be responsible for contributing immediately to new and ongoing evaluation projects, including collaborative planning with clients, conducting focus groups, interviews, and classroom and professional development observations, as well as development and administration of online questionnaires and analysis of existing data and artifacts. Opportunities will also arise for work on a variety of different types of research studies for REL-NEI. This position is with our Learning Innovations at WestEd program and is located in the Woburn, MA office.
Responsibilities
1. Take leadership and work closely with Research and Evaluation team to carry out formative and summative evaluation projects, including conduct of focus groups, interviews, observations, and analysis of existing data and artifacts.
2. Conduct in-depth analysis and synthesis of qualitative and quantitative data.
3. Take the lead in preparing research and evaluation reports.
4. Conduct literature reviews.
5. Make presentations to and interact with clients.
6. Lead proposal writing and other business development activities with other members of research & evaluation team
7. Work collaboratively with REL-NEI team and other Learning Innovations /WestEd staff on these and other assignments and participate in all staff meetings and other expected communication protocols.
Qualifications
-Master’s degree in education or related field, including coursework in qualitative and quantitative methods and data analysis
- Experience in conducting focus groups, interviews, observations, and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data
- Experience in/with state departments of education, school districts, or other human service organizations
- Experience in proposal or business development
- Knowledge/coursework preferred in one or more specific educational specialty areas, including special education, English language learning, literacy, mathematics education, science education, educational technology, student assessment, teacher quality, drop-out prevention, or the federal education law No Child Left Behind
- Demonstrated ability to work as a team player and to treat staff and clients respectfully
- Demonstrated ability to write clearly and prepare useful reports and products
- Excellent organizational skills
- Tolerance of ambiguity, including shifting deadlines and priorities
- Ability to work across multiple projects and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
-Ability to work under pressure and to complete work by established deadlines
- Ability to address problem-solving in a creative and flexible manner
- Ability to provide and accept constructive criticism
- Willingness to travel
Application Process
Apply for this Position
We invite you to apply online at www.WestEd.org/jobs or you may send your resume, a letter of interest (specify Job No. 2451) and a list of three references to:
Human Resources
WestEd
730 Harrison Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
FAX: 415-565-3012
http://www.WestEd.org
WestEd is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Positions are open until filled.
BENEFITS SUMMARY
WestEd employees are offered a broad benefits package, including
* Competitive salary
* Health insurance, including dental and vision care
* Life insurance
* 403(b) retirement plan
* Paid vacation and holidays
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