Univ of Maryland - Faculty

Teaching Opportunity/Post Doc Position
Department of Measurement, Statistics and Evaluation
University of Maryland, College Park

The Department of Measurement, Statistics and Evaluation at the University of Maryland has a new opportunity for the coming 2007-2008 academic year to teach courses associated with latent variable methods (factor analysis; structural equation modeling); other courses may also be available. For the interested and qualified applicant, this opportunity may also be able to be embedded within a larger one-year post doc position associated with the department's Center for Integrated Latent Variable Research (CILVR).

For more information about this teaching / post doc opportunity, send an e-mail of interest and a brief CV to:

Dr. C. Mitchell Dayton, Chair
Department of Measurement, Statistics & Evaluation
University of Maryland
College Park, MD

For more information about the Department: www.education.umd.edu/EDMS
For more information about CILVR: www.cilvr.umd.edu

WI Department of Public Instruction - Education Consultant

Education Consultant - Assessment & Statistics
Madison (Dane County) WI Job Announcement Code: 0701722
The WI Department of Public Instruction, the Division for Reading and Student Achievement, is currently seeking TWO Education Consultants. These positions are located at 125 South Webster Street, Madison.

Starting salary will be between $54,008 and $74,262 per year. These positions are in pay schedule 13, range 04. A six month probationary period is required.

Job Duties

These positions provide expert state level leadership in the collection, evaluation, and organization of statistical data obtained from statewide assessments under the Wisconsin Student Assessment System (WSAS) and accountability requirements under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. The responsibilities associated with these positions include: planning, researching, designing, implementing, evaluating and revising state level assessment reports and reporting system; consultation and technical assistance to school districts and institutions of higher education in the area of state level assessments and assessment data; recommending department policy guidelines for the use, interpretation, evaluation and distribution of state-level data, as well as policy involving the identification of districts and schools identified for improvement (DIFI/SIFI); and developing and presenting workshops in the areas of data manipulation, research and interpretation as it especially relates to a standards-based curricular system and statewide assessments. These responsibilities are accomplished by working closely with individuals in the agency and others representing higher education, school districts, CESAs, national and state assessment and research organizations and private educational contractors.

Special Notes

Part of the selection process may include a criminal background check.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of statistical evaluative techniques such as analysis of variance, confidence intervals, validity and reliability calculations, and other statistical analysis techniques employed in a large scale assessment environment; concepts and principles related to large scale assessment as they relate to standards-based performance assessment and accountability; technical reporting including longitudinal analysis of test data, suppression rules, etc; presentation techniques related to testing, measurement, research, test development, reporting and evaluation; sophisticated evaluation techniques and measures to assess the effectiveness of educational intervention strategies, and the ability to articulate findings to school personnel; statistics software such as SPSS, SAS, Minitab; file layouts and importing and exporting data from data files and software such as databases, spreadsheets and statistical software; development and delivery of effective presentations and associated materials using a variety of media; working with Excel spreadsheets - creating pivot tables, working with large data sets, creating charts and graphs illustrating data in a variety of ways; and excellent oral and written communication skills.

How to Apply

Application materials must be received by June 26, 2007.

Apply Online!
Visit http://wisc.jobs/public/job_view.asp?annoid=26619&jobid=26134 and click "Please log in to apply." If you have not already done so, you will need to create an account. After you are logged in and are viewing the announcement, click "Apply Now." You will be asked to provide your personal information, attach a resume, and then complete the exam.

Or mail completed materials
Please send an Application for State Employment form (OSER-DMRS-38) , a resume, and a paper limited to six pages detailing your training and experience related to:
1) Connecting content standards, curriculum, and assessment, and how this knowledge can be/has been used to inform decision making;
2) Collecting, analyzing, and reporting multiple sources of data to determine organizational and/or program effectiveness. Include the specific tasks performed, as well as the type of organization and/or program affected; and
3) Analyzing a large data set. Provide a specific example which includes your research question, methodology, use of statistical software, and medium/media of communicating the results to others (e.g. report, paper, presentation, tables, charts, graphs).

Your responses to these three questions are considered a civil service examination and will be used to determine your eligibility for this vacancy. Applications that do not include all of the requested materials will NOT be considered.

Direct your application materials to: DPI Human Resources; P.O. Box 7841; Madison, WI 53707-7841. You may also fax completed materials to 608-266-5856 Attn: Denise Kohout. For questions regarding this position, contact Denise Kohout at denise.kohout@dpi.state.wi.us or 608-266-0282.

Univ of Oregon - Post-Doctoral Research Associate

Post-Doctoral Research Associate Behavioral Research and Teaching

Posting: 6034
Closes: Open Until Filled

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 academic standards and large-scale assessment
systems. 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 information systems with these primary goals:

1. Improve basic skills assessments 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. Conduct 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 the
relationship between academic achievement on large-scale and classroom
assessment systems. 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.

Salary: $45,000-$55,000 (1.0) based on qualifications and experience.

Application Procedure: Send a letter addressing your interest and
qualifications, a current vita, three letters of recommendation, and copies
of three or more publications 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, or Leanne Ketterlin Geller, lketterl@uoregon.edu. To be
assured of full consideration, applications should be received by June 26,
2007. Application review will continue until the position is filled.

Send Materials to: Stella Dean, IDEA, Education Annex, 1211 University of
Oregon, Eugene, Oregon 97403-1211. 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.

St. Anselm - Director of Institutional Research

Director of Institutional Research

The Director will play a vital role in the success of goals and initiatives of the college by providing the college with accurate data upon which to base decisions. Reporting to the Executive Vice President, this person will lead and manage the collection and assessment of college data in collaboration with a wide range of academic and non-academic areas. Responsibilities will include designing and implementing internal research and assessment projects, analyzing trends, benchmarking performance and monitoring progress in key areas. This individual will serve as a consultant for research and assessment to various departments and will report on outcomes in a manner that will support decision making and implementation of the college’s goals. The Director will also manage compliance relative to state, federal and accrediting data reporting requirements. Leading the Assessment Coordinator, the Director will coordinate projects while ensuring adherence to deadlines, as well as ensuring accurate recordkeeping and appropriate distribution and use of data, surveys and the like.

A Master’s degree in social/behavioral sciences, statistics, educational research or related discipline is required; Ph.D. strongly preferred; 3-5 years of experience in research design and/or relevant experience required. Must have knowledge of quantitative/qualitative research methods, with ability to make projections from available data sources. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal, organizational, time management and communication skills with ability to convey complex, mathematical ideas to non-mathematically-inclined people; discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality is essential. Strong information technology literacy skills are required, including use of spreadsheets, statistical packages, MS Access, graphic/presentation software, along with familiarity with relational database systems. Experience in higher education is strongly desired. The successful candidate will be able to assist the college to further its strategic goals for institution-wide diversity. To apply, please send cover letter, resume and three professional references to: hr@anselm.edu or mail to Human Resources, 100 Saint Anselm Drive, Manchester, NH 03102-1310. Saint Anselm College is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment.

Florida Center for Reading Research - Assistant Director of Research

Assistant Director of Research
Florida Center for Reading Research
The Florida Center for Reading Research is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Research position.
This person will be involved in educational research projects with the Director of Research at the center. The position requires an understanding of descriptive and inferential statistics, as well as experience producing reports. This is a full-time faculty position (non-tenure track) with pay commensurate with experience and knowledge of statistical software and applications. Preferred experience would include working knowledge of SPSS and one or more of the following: SAS, HLM, LISREL, MPLUS, as
well as experience with running hierarchical linear models, latent growth models, and familiarity with Item Response Theory. Interested parties should contact Yaacov
Petscher at 850-644-0933 or email ypetscher@fcrr.org.