Post-Doctoral Research Associate
Behavioral Research and Teaching
http://hr.uoregon.edu/jobs/unclassified.php?id=2138
Posting: 8031*
Closes: 2008-04-07
College of Education
2 Positions at 1.0 FTE
This is a non-tenure track position funded by grants and renewable annually, subject to continued funding and satisfactory performance. The Research Associate will work directly with the Director, Gerald Tindal, Ph.D., and the Director for Research Projects, Leanne Ketterlin Geller, Ph.D., and collaborate with other researchers at BRT. Behavioral Research and Teaching (BRT) is an externally funded research center that conducts studies on an array of issues related to classroom-based assessments as well as large-scale assessment systems aligned to grade level standards. BRT is committed to improving the educational environment for all students by developing trustworthy assessment and information systems to support meaningful learning opportunities for students in K-12 classrooms. BRT works with government agencies and academic institutions in designing, validating, and implementing assessment systems with these primary goals:
1. Improve basic skills measures to monitor progress in reading, writing, and mathematics for a wide range of students.
2. Enhance learning of middle and secondary content subject matter so that all students have the opportunity to develop a broad knowledge base.
3. Provide accessibility to large-scale testing through accommodations and alternate assessment systems so that all students can demonstrate their proficiencies on standards.
Duties/Responsibilities: Develop items and tests, including computer-based assessments delivered across a variety of platforms and incorporating a variety of accommodations. Implement validation studies of new and existing assessment systems. Conduct statistical analyses, write reports and proposals, and give presentations. Develop and maintain effective relationships with local, regional, state, and education agencies on a range of assessment and accountability issues. Contribute to organization governance and operations.
Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. in Educational Psychology, Special Education or related fields. Expertise in: measurement and evaluation methodologies, classroom-based assessment systems, and large-scale testing programs. Demonstrated research skills in measurement of academic performance and progress of students in K-12 settings, instrument development, and quasi-experimental and evaluation methodologies as well as statistical analytic techniques. Skills in evaluation of program effectiveness with ability to incorporate data analytic procedures appropriate for diverse populations into research, coursework, and professional training. Experience in, or familiarity with, K-12 school systems with an emphasis on bridging classroom assessment systems with academic achievement on large-scale tests. Record of scholarly contributions to the professional literature, ability to secure external funding to support the goals of BRT, or demonstrated potential in these areas. Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds, collaborate with colleagues in other departments, and work effectively with local, regional, and state educational agencies.
Requirements of this Research Fellowship indicate positions available only to citizens or permanent residents of the United States.
Stipend: $50,000 for a 12 month position.
Application Procedure: Send a letter addressing your interest and qualifications, a current vita, three letters of recommendation, and copies of three or more publications (published or in press) to the address listed below. For additional information please see our website at http://hr.uoregon.edu/jobs/academic. Questions regarding this position should be directed to Gerald Tindal, geraldt@uoregon.edu. To be assured of full consideration, applications should be received by April 7, 2008.
Send Materials to: Stella Dean, IDEA, 1600 Millrace #207, Eugene, Oregon 97403. Phone: (541) 346-1922. Electronic files of any application materials are appreciated and can be sent to sdean@uoregon.edu.
Minorities and Women are encouraged to apply.
The University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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