Position Posting
Senior Research Associate
(Multiple positions are available)
The mission of the Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at NC State University is to advance education through innovation in teaching, learning, and leadership. We conduct research, create resources, advocate to improve teaching and learning, and provide services to educators and policymakers. Our work focuses on innovations that will help prepare all students, from preschool through college, to live and work successfully in the 21st century.
The Senior Research Associate (SRA) will work on several projects to evaluate the implementation and impact of technology-enabled innovations in K-12 classrooms. This individual will assume a central role in the evaluation process and will manage the day-to-day operations of evaluation projects. The SRA will serve as the primary liaison between school personnel, project team members, graduate assistants, and the faculty members serving as principal investigators. The SRA will oversee all data gathering, data management, and data analysis activities related to the project. In addition, the SRA will be responsible for managing the production of reports for the LEAs and schools participating in the study, the funding agencies, and interested educators, researchers, and policymakers. The SRA will also be centrally involved with presentations and publications arising from the projects, and will contribute to proposals for additional evaluation projects. Multiple positions may be available.
This is a one-year appointment under a term contract, subject to renewal depending upon job performance and anticipated continuation of funding.
Qualifications:
M.A. required, Ph.D. strongly preferred, in relevant field such as education or psychology;
Training in Evaluation, Educational Psychology, Education or related fields.
Strong methodological skills, including research design, quantitative analysis, qualitative analysis, measurement, and knowledgeable in using SPSS or SAS.
Strong writing skills.
Good project management and organizational skills.
Ability to interact well with teachers, principals and other administrators in public schools at the elementary and middle level.
Experience working in an elementary or middle school setting.
To Apply:
To apply please visit http://jobs.ncsu.edu and search for position number 03-27-0802.
AA/EOE. In addition, NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation.
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Director, Assessment Development
The Department of Education is seeking applicants for the following position:
Director, Assessment Development - #00320
(Education Administrator III)
Division of Student Assessment & School Improvement
Office of Assessment Development
Salary: pay band 6 - $53,510 min. - $109,818 max.
Application Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED(Review of applications will begin August 4, 2008)
For more information and to apply, go to https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=91241
Apply on-line only. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, and fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process.
Director, Assessment Development - #00320
(Education Administrator III)
Division of Student Assessment & School Improvement
Office of Assessment Development
Salary: pay band 6 - $53,510 min. - $109,818 max.
Application Deadline: OPEN UNTIL FILLED(Review of applications will begin August 4, 2008)
For more information and to apply, go to https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=91241
Apply on-line only. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of a completed state application. Applications submitted via e-mail, postal service, and fax or hand-delivered will not be considered. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
National Education Association (NEA).
National Education Association (NEA)
We are seeking a Senior Research Analyst with strength in advanced statistical methods. The salary for this position ranges from $85,000 - $115,000, plus a one-of-a-kind benefit package (valued at 68% of base salary)! Critical to this position is a Ph.D. with a quantitative background plus subject-matter experience in the field of education.
Contact:
Jennifer J. Moss Associate JDG Associates, Ltd.
Email: moss@jdgsearch.com
Website: www.jdgsearch.com
We are seeking a Senior Research Analyst with strength in advanced statistical methods. The salary for this position ranges from $85,000 - $115,000, plus a one-of-a-kind benefit package (valued at 68% of base salary)! Critical to this position is a Ph.D. with a quantitative background plus subject-matter experience in the field of education.
Contact:
Jennifer J. Moss Associate JDG Associates, Ltd.
Email: moss@jdgsearch.com
Website: www.jdgsearch.com
Thursday, June 26, 2008
University of Miami
Office of Accreditation and Assessment (OAA)
COORDINATOR, ASSESSMENT
Report to the Assistant Provost in the following areas:
Serve as consultant/advisor to units, colleges, departments, and programs on use of assessment to improve student learning and assure compliance with the assessment requirements of accrediting organizations.
Daily management of University of Miami Academic and Non-Academic Program Assessment process, to include
Collect, analyze and maintain assessment submissions;
Facilitate communication and scheduling for assessment with various UM constituencies, including deans and program contacts;
Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to identify program outcomes and measures to evaluate student learning, analyzing data from current assessment efforts and working with faculty to identify and expedite necessary improvements.
Upload, maintain, and manage access to assessment documents via UM’s assessment website.
Provide statistical and research study design support relating to SACS and assessment:
Research and report information on specific issues to the Assistant Provost;
Perform comparative analyses with national data resources;
Collaborate with Planning and Institutional Research to collect data, assess trends and develop evaluation tools to support SACS and assessment.
Develop and prepare written and web-based reports for both internal and external constituents for the purposes of describing, documenting, and publishing institutional information and measures of effectiveness.
Keep current on assessment research and best practices.
Work collaboratively with faculty, administrators and departments, under the guidance of the Assistant Provost.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Doctorate in higher education, assessment, social sciences, or a related field and 3 years experience in higher education.
COORDINATOR, ASSESSMENT
Report to the Assistant Provost in the following areas:
Serve as consultant/advisor to units, colleges, departments, and programs on use of assessment to improve student learning and assure compliance with the assessment requirements of accrediting organizations.
Daily management of University of Miami Academic and Non-Academic Program Assessment process, to include
Collect, analyze and maintain assessment submissions;
Facilitate communication and scheduling for assessment with various UM constituencies, including deans and program contacts;
Collaborate with faculty and academic leadership to identify program outcomes and measures to evaluate student learning, analyzing data from current assessment efforts and working with faculty to identify and expedite necessary improvements.
Upload, maintain, and manage access to assessment documents via UM’s assessment website.
Provide statistical and research study design support relating to SACS and assessment:
Research and report information on specific issues to the Assistant Provost;
Perform comparative analyses with national data resources;
Collaborate with Planning and Institutional Research to collect data, assess trends and develop evaluation tools to support SACS and assessment.
Develop and prepare written and web-based reports for both internal and external constituents for the purposes of describing, documenting, and publishing institutional information and measures of effectiveness.
Keep current on assessment research and best practices.
Work collaboratively with faculty, administrators and departments, under the guidance of the Assistant Provost.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements: Doctorate in higher education, assessment, social sciences, or a related field and 3 years experience in higher education.
The Peninsula Medical School
The Peninsula Medical School is seeking a psychometrician to work in the Clinical Neurology Research Group. We are looking for someone with expertise in Rasch measurement methods. *Salary:* £25,888 - £41,545 (Grade 6 - 8 commensurate with experience and skills) Post is for 18 months with excellent opportunities for extension. For more information contact Jeremy Hobart (jeremy.hobart@pms.ac.uk) or visit http://www.pms.ac.uk/pms/jobs.php .
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