Job Announcement: Research Associate
The National Center on Family Homelessness
The National Center on Family Homelessness (The National Center) is a national non-profit organization created in 1988 to help homeless children and their families. The organization works to end homelessness by designing, piloting, and evaluating innovative programs and services that provide long term solutions, and sharing our knowledge with service providers, policy makers, and the public.
NCFH’s Department of Research and Evaluation is seeking a researcher to join our team. Duties for this position include:
• Overseeing day to day management of one or more research/evaluations projects.
• Assisting in designing and implementation a national program evaluation.
• Communicating with government and foundation funders regarding project status.
• Preparing data collection instruments including site visit protocols, focus group materials, and possibly quantitative interview protocols.
• Conducting site visits and other data collection activities including qualitative interviews with senior state and federal policy officials.
• Qualitative coding and data analysis.
• Quantitative data analysis using SAS, SPSS, or similar.
• Working with grantee sites to provide technical assistance, facilitate cross-site information exchange, and ensure all project requirements are met.
• Writing project reports.
• Participating in development of academic journal articles.
• Assisting in the development and writing of grant proposals.
Qualifications:
• M.A. or higher in Social Work, Public Policy, Public Health, Psychology, Sociology or other related discipline.
• Experience in both process- and outcome-related research or program evaluation.
• Qualitative research and analysis skills, including experience in conducting focus groups.
• Quantitative research and analysis skills, including experience with statistical software such as SAS, SPSS, or similar.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Excellent organization and management skills for managing research/evaluation projects.
• Ability to work as part of a team and to collaboratively develop consensus with project partners (including research partners, local implementers, and federal funders).
• Ability to travel.
To apply please contact:
Lillian Ballkishun
Lillian.ballkishun@familyhomelessness.org
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
Thursday, June 3, 2010
UIC’s Learning Sciences Research Institute
Post–Doc Research Opportunities at UIC’s Learning Sciences Research Institute
Areas include: Mathematics, Science, and Literacy
Project Foci: Cognition, Instruction & Assessment
The Learning Sciences Research Institute at UIC is seeking qualified candidates for post-doctoral research positions on several major funded projects in the disciplinary areas of mathematics (2 positions), science (1-2 positions), and literacy (2-3 positions). All positions are for a minimum of 2 years and involve working with a team of faculty, research staff, and graduate students on projects involving research and development related to teaching and learning. The grade spans of the projects vary from middle school through high school and undergraduate education. Positions are available for appointment starting July 1, 2010.
Candidates must have PhD in Learning Sciences, Psychology, Education or a related field. Applicants for the math or science positions could have a PhD in mathematics or science with a research specialization in assessment, measurement, or learning and instruction within a mathematics, science or engineering discipline. Applicants for the literacy positions could have expertise in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in middle school or high school literacy, social studies/history education, or science education; assessment of content learning: qualitative or quantitative methodologies.
Individuals interested in these positions should send an email to: Susan Goldman (literacy positions) sgoldman@uic.edu; James Pellegrino (mathematics positions) pellegjw@uic.edu; and Lou DiBello (science positions) ldibello@uic.edu . In the email please indicate your educational background and training and areas of specific expertise. Attach a recent vita and provide information on 2-3 potential references, including their contact information. Please indicate if you will be attending ICLS 2010 in Chicago at the end of June. Interviews of qualified candidates by members of the project leadership teams may be arranged at ICLS 2010.
Areas include: Mathematics, Science, and Literacy
Project Foci: Cognition, Instruction & Assessment
The Learning Sciences Research Institute at UIC is seeking qualified candidates for post-doctoral research positions on several major funded projects in the disciplinary areas of mathematics (2 positions), science (1-2 positions), and literacy (2-3 positions). All positions are for a minimum of 2 years and involve working with a team of faculty, research staff, and graduate students on projects involving research and development related to teaching and learning. The grade spans of the projects vary from middle school through high school and undergraduate education. Positions are available for appointment starting July 1, 2010.
Candidates must have PhD in Learning Sciences, Psychology, Education or a related field. Applicants for the math or science positions could have a PhD in mathematics or science with a research specialization in assessment, measurement, or learning and instruction within a mathematics, science or engineering discipline. Applicants for the literacy positions could have expertise in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in middle school or high school literacy, social studies/history education, or science education; assessment of content learning: qualitative or quantitative methodologies.
Individuals interested in these positions should send an email to: Susan Goldman (literacy positions) sgoldman@uic.edu; James Pellegrino (mathematics positions) pellegjw@uic.edu; and Lou DiBello (science positions) ldibello@uic.edu . In the email please indicate your educational background and training and areas of specific expertise. Attach a recent vita and provide information on 2-3 potential references, including their contact information. Please indicate if you will be attending ICLS 2010 in Chicago at the end of June. Interviews of qualified candidates by members of the project leadership teams may be arranged at ICLS 2010.
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
The Hong Kong Institute of Education
The Hong Kong Institute of Education
The appointee will be responsible for conducting research projects, assisting in publication works, writing for publications, organizing international and local conferences and workshops, supervising doctoral students, and performing other research-related duties as assigned. The appointment will be tenable up to 30 June 2012, with a possibility of renewal subject to mutual agreement.
Applicants should possess a doctoral degree in psychometrics, educational measurement and assessment, quantitative methods or a relevant discipline. Preference will be given to those applicants with expertise in Rasch measurement, item response theory, computerized adaptive testing, multi-level modeling, structural equation modeling, and longitudinal data analysis.
For enquiry, please contact Professor Wang Wen-chung at wcwang@ied.edu.hk.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental benefits.
Application forms can be obtained from (a) http://www.ied.edu.hk/hro/applyfor.htm; (b) the Human Resources Office, 3/F, Administration Building, The Hong Kong Institute of Education, 10 Lo Ping Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong; or (c) Town Centre, Level 2, The Long Beach, 8 Hoi Fai Road, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The completed application form, together with full curriculum vitae, should be sent to the Human Resources Office by email to hro@ied.edu.hk or by fax to (852) 2948 6005 or by post on or before 19 June 2010. Please quote the reference number of the position in the application and mark “Strictly Confidential – Job Application” on the envelope.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.
The appointee will be responsible for conducting research projects, assisting in publication works, writing for publications, organizing international and local conferences and workshops, supervising doctoral students, and performing other research-related duties as assigned. The appointment will be tenable up to 30 June 2012, with a possibility of renewal subject to mutual agreement.
Applicants should possess a doctoral degree in psychometrics, educational measurement and assessment, quantitative methods or a relevant discipline. Preference will be given to those applicants with expertise in Rasch measurement, item response theory, computerized adaptive testing, multi-level modeling, structural equation modeling, and longitudinal data analysis.
For enquiry, please contact Professor Wang Wen-chung at wcwang@ied.edu.hk.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Initial appointment will be made on a fixed-term gratuity-bearing contract. Fringe benefits include leave, medical and dental benefits.
Application forms can be obtained from (a) http://www.ied.edu.hk/hro/applyfor.htm; (b) the Human Resources Office, 3/F, Administration Building, The Hong Kong Institute of Education, 10 Lo Ping Road, Tai Po, New Territories, Hong Kong; or (c) Town Centre, Level 2, The Long Beach, 8 Hoi Fai Road, Tai Kok Tsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. The completed application form, together with full curriculum vitae, should be sent to the Human Resources Office by email to hro@ied.edu.hk or by fax to (852) 2948 6005 or by post on or before 19 June 2010. Please quote the reference number of the position in the application and mark “Strictly Confidential – Job Application” on the envelope.
All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Only those who are shortlisted will be contacted.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
National Board of Medical Examiners
National Board of Medical Examiners
Philadelphia, PA
Position: Psychometrician (Open Rank)
The NBME is a premier not-for-profit organization that develops licensure
and educational achievement examinations for the health professions. In
addition to producing credentialing examinations, the NBME also has a
major commitment to research and development in evaluation and
measurement. With approximately 20 doctoral level graduates of
psychometrics or statistics programs it provides a rich and collaborative
environment for professionals with applied or theoretical interests in
measurement. Located in Philadelphia adjacent to the campus of the
University of Pennsylvania, the NBME has a stimulating professional
environment and state-of-the art facilities.
The Scoring Services Unit of the NBME is currently seeking a
Psychometrician or Senior Psychometrician to join its team. Scoring
Services is a group of doctoral and masters-level professionals and
support staff with primary responsibility for planning and conducting
psychometric analyses supporting operational examination programs at the
NBME. Psychometricians are also responsible for leading or contributing to
developmental and research projects.
The Psychometrician will supervise the scoring, equating, standard setting
and other psychometric analyses for various operational examination
programs at the NBME, including client examinations, medical school
subject examinations and the United States Medical Licensing Examination
(USMLE).
Responsibilities of the Psychometrician include evaluating the accuracy of
exam results, assessing existing procedures and developing and
implementing new procedures to increase accuracy and efficiency of exam
processing, providing technical supervision and direction for analysts and
support staff, and conducting research to support operational exam
programs. In addition, the Psychometrician will communicate analytic
results and provide policy and practice recommendations to staff,
committees, and client organizations.
Successful candidates will possess a Doctorate in
Educational/Psychological Measurement, Statistics, or a related field. A
minimum of one year of experience in applying principles of measurement to
practical testing problems is required.
The Psychometrician must have a strong background in psychometric theory
and application, including knowledge of item response theory, classical
test theory, statistics, test development, evaluation and research
design. He or she will have an advanced knowledge of measurement topics
such as calibrating, scaling, equating and standard setting. Excellent
computer skills and a working knowledge of statistical software is a
necessity, including Winsteps, BILOG, SPSS, or SAS.
Successful candidates will have excellent oral and written communication
skills and excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work
closely and successfully with individuals from a variety of professional
backgrounds.
Excellent critical thinking and creative problem solving abilities are
also required.
The NBME offers a rewarding work environment, competitive salaries, and
outstanding benefits. Please apply online by submitting your resume, cover
letter, and salary requirements to: humanresources@nbme.org with
Psychometrician in the subject line.
Please visit nbme.org/careers to learn more.
Philadelphia, PA
Position: Psychometrician (Open Rank)
The NBME is a premier not-for-profit organization that develops licensure
and educational achievement examinations for the health professions. In
addition to producing credentialing examinations, the NBME also has a
major commitment to research and development in evaluation and
measurement. With approximately 20 doctoral level graduates of
psychometrics or statistics programs it provides a rich and collaborative
environment for professionals with applied or theoretical interests in
measurement. Located in Philadelphia adjacent to the campus of the
University of Pennsylvania, the NBME has a stimulating professional
environment and state-of-the art facilities.
The Scoring Services Unit of the NBME is currently seeking a
Psychometrician or Senior Psychometrician to join its team. Scoring
Services is a group of doctoral and masters-level professionals and
support staff with primary responsibility for planning and conducting
psychometric analyses supporting operational examination programs at the
NBME. Psychometricians are also responsible for leading or contributing to
developmental and research projects.
The Psychometrician will supervise the scoring, equating, standard setting
and other psychometric analyses for various operational examination
programs at the NBME, including client examinations, medical school
subject examinations and the United States Medical Licensing Examination
(USMLE).
Responsibilities of the Psychometrician include evaluating the accuracy of
exam results, assessing existing procedures and developing and
implementing new procedures to increase accuracy and efficiency of exam
processing, providing technical supervision and direction for analysts and
support staff, and conducting research to support operational exam
programs. In addition, the Psychometrician will communicate analytic
results and provide policy and practice recommendations to staff,
committees, and client organizations.
Successful candidates will possess a Doctorate in
Educational/Psychological Measurement, Statistics, or a related field. A
minimum of one year of experience in applying principles of measurement to
practical testing problems is required.
The Psychometrician must have a strong background in psychometric theory
and application, including knowledge of item response theory, classical
test theory, statistics, test development, evaluation and research
design. He or she will have an advanced knowledge of measurement topics
such as calibrating, scaling, equating and standard setting. Excellent
computer skills and a working knowledge of statistical software is a
necessity, including Winsteps, BILOG, SPSS, or SAS.
Successful candidates will have excellent oral and written communication
skills and excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work
closely and successfully with individuals from a variety of professional
backgrounds.
Excellent critical thinking and creative problem solving abilities are
also required.
The NBME offers a rewarding work environment, competitive salaries, and
outstanding benefits. Please apply online by submitting your resume, cover
letter, and salary requirements to: humanresources@nbme.org with
Psychometrician in the subject line.
Please visit nbme.org/careers to learn more.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
The Center for the Promotion of Health in the New England Workplace
Evaluation Consultant Needed
June to August 2010
Background: The Center for the Promotion of Health in the New England Workplace (CPH-NEW) is a Center for Excellence funded by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Our Center is a collaborative research-to-practice initiative led by investigators from two major public universities in the New England area: The University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell) and The University of Connecticut (UConn).
An Evaluation Consultant is needed to assist Center investigators with conducting a “self study” to describe the effectiveness of the Center’s administrative structure and to synthesis findings on a core set of outcomes across multiple research and dissemination projects. A commitment of at least 30 hours per week is anticipated during the summer of 2010, plus possible additional hours during the fall in order to complete the written report on schedule.
Duties:
• Interview project investigators to assess views on project findings to date, how implementation matched planned activities, approaches used to overcome obstacles, and to gather recommendations for future directions needing further study.
• Assess overall administrative (Core) – multi-site arrangement, parallel structure, distance, issues, etc. Interview key investigators about the strengths and challenges of the current structure and what could be improved for next grant application, due in December 2010.
• Produce a draft written report and provide to Center Co-Directors and the Steering Committee by END OF SUMMER.
• Present draft findings orally to CPH-NEW Steering Committee and selected affiliates for reaction and feedback in advance of producing a final report.
• Revise draft report and deliver to center Co-Directors by October 15, 2010.
UML will provide:
• Access to evaluation planning documents, grant proposal, progress reports.
• A CPH-NEW liaison responsible to coordinate and advise the Evaluator as needed.
Qualifications:
• Masters or doctoral degree preferred.
• Experience with qualitative evaluation methods, including preparation of written reports.
• Detail-oriented, organized, professional demeanor, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to travel to the university campuses for interviews
Contact: Laura Punnett, ScD, Center Co-Director, (978) 934-3269 or laura_punnett@uml.edu
June to August 2010
Background: The Center for the Promotion of Health in the New England Workplace (CPH-NEW) is a Center for Excellence funded by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH). Our Center is a collaborative research-to-practice initiative led by investigators from two major public universities in the New England area: The University of Massachusetts Lowell (UMass Lowell) and The University of Connecticut (UConn).
An Evaluation Consultant is needed to assist Center investigators with conducting a “self study” to describe the effectiveness of the Center’s administrative structure and to synthesis findings on a core set of outcomes across multiple research and dissemination projects. A commitment of at least 30 hours per week is anticipated during the summer of 2010, plus possible additional hours during the fall in order to complete the written report on schedule.
Duties:
• Interview project investigators to assess views on project findings to date, how implementation matched planned activities, approaches used to overcome obstacles, and to gather recommendations for future directions needing further study.
• Assess overall administrative (Core) – multi-site arrangement, parallel structure, distance, issues, etc. Interview key investigators about the strengths and challenges of the current structure and what could be improved for next grant application, due in December 2010.
• Produce a draft written report and provide to Center Co-Directors and the Steering Committee by END OF SUMMER.
• Present draft findings orally to CPH-NEW Steering Committee and selected affiliates for reaction and feedback in advance of producing a final report.
• Revise draft report and deliver to center Co-Directors by October 15, 2010.
UML will provide:
• Access to evaluation planning documents, grant proposal, progress reports.
• A CPH-NEW liaison responsible to coordinate and advise the Evaluator as needed.
Qualifications:
• Masters or doctoral degree preferred.
• Experience with qualitative evaluation methods, including preparation of written reports.
• Detail-oriented, organized, professional demeanor, and ability to work independently.
• Ability to travel to the university campuses for interviews
Contact: Laura Punnett, ScD, Center Co-Director, (978) 934-3269 or laura_punnett@uml.edu
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