Consultants needed for Observations in Pre-Kindergarten Centers, Classrooms, and Homes
(Must be available for training 4/27-4/30)
Consultants needed to visit Pre-Kindergarten centers, classrooms, and homes as part of a statewide study funded by the Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care. Consultants sought by Abt Associates Inc., a social science research firm in Cambridge, MA.
Description
Involves conducting standardized observations of Pre-Kindergarten centers, classrooms, and homes. Rigorous training on observation measures and protocols (e.g., Classroom Assessment Scoring System (CLASS)) will be provided by Abt Associates.
Qualifications
Experience with young children or early childhood education preferred. Experience with research and/or data collection observations a plus. Bilingualism strongly desired but not required. Consultants should be able to work independently and have access to the internet. Need to be organized and attentive to detail. Need to have own transportation.
Dates and Time
Must be available at least three mornings per week. Hours somewhat flexible depending on schedule of consultant. Must be able to attend a four-day training in Cambridge, MA running from Monday, April 27th through Thursday, April 30th. Data collection will continue until mid-late June 2009 with additional data collection possible in fall 2009.
Location
Observations will occur across Massachusetts; observers will be assigned to sites located as close to their homes as possible. Four-day training in Cambridge, MA.
Compensation
Commensurate with experience, $16-$18/hour. Consultants will be responsible for their own transportation, but approved travel expenses will be reimbursed. Consultants will be needed on a part-time basis.
Please email Abt Associates (contact information below) with questions. Consultants should send a resume and contact information for three references via email to the Abt e-mail address below.
Martha Grover
Abt Associates Inc.
55 Wheeler St.
Cambridge, MA
MassPreK@abtassoc.com
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Sunday, April 19, 2009
University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education
The University of Denver’s Morgridge College of Education invites applications for a tenure track position in Quantitative Research Methods at the rank of Assistant Professor. The QRM program offers a master’s and doctoral degree.
Responsibilities include: teaching graduate courses such as introductory and advanced research methods, program evaluation, single subject design, and mixed methods as well as introductory quantitative courses in a learner-centered program, and supervising master’s and doctoral theses in quantitative designs and quantitative data analysis. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment will commence on September 1, 2009.
Required qualifications: The successful candidate will possess: either a doctoral degree in quantitative research methodology in education or social science research and program evaluation or will have completed such a degree by the end of the first quarter of the appointment; an active program of research with a focus on research methodology in education or related fields; and effective oral and written communication skills.
Desired qualifications: The successful candidate will have an excellent academic record of teaching quantitative research methods and program evaluation, publication in appropriate journals, and evidence of mentoring of students.
Interested candidates will submit an application online by going to www.dujobs.org, and should attach a letter outlining research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references when applying for this position. Inquiries about this position can be made to the search chair Dr. Cyndy McRae at cmcrae@du.edu. The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans. DU is an EEO/AA employer. Screening of applications will begin on May 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities include: teaching graduate courses such as introductory and advanced research methods, program evaluation, single subject design, and mixed methods as well as introductory quantitative courses in a learner-centered program, and supervising master’s and doctoral theses in quantitative designs and quantitative data analysis. Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The appointment will commence on September 1, 2009.
Required qualifications: The successful candidate will possess: either a doctoral degree in quantitative research methodology in education or social science research and program evaluation or will have completed such a degree by the end of the first quarter of the appointment; an active program of research with a focus on research methodology in education or related fields; and effective oral and written communication skills.
Desired qualifications: The successful candidate will have an excellent academic record of teaching quantitative research methods and program evaluation, publication in appropriate journals, and evidence of mentoring of students.
Interested candidates will submit an application online by going to www.dujobs.org, and should attach a letter outlining research and teaching interests, curriculum vitae, and names and contact information of three references when applying for this position. Inquiries about this position can be made to the search chair Dr. Cyndy McRae at cmcrae@du.edu. The University of Denver is committed to enhancing the diversity of its faculty and staff and encourages applications from women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans. DU is an EEO/AA employer. Screening of applications will begin on May 1, 2009 and continue until the position is filled.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Search Institute
The research director will serve on the Search Institute's Senior Management
Team, develop and lead major research projects, supervise the research
staff, maintain research partnerships, and participate in projects that
integrate the institute's research agenda with applied partnerships, tools,
services, public communication efforts, and community innovations.
The director is expected to embrace and contribute to the institute's
intellectual capital related to:
. Developmental Assets, thriving, spiritual development, and related
approaches;
. Engaging young people, parents, and other adults as change agents in their
communities; and
. Transformation of schools, youth-serving systems, and other institutions
to be attentive to young people's healthy development.
The ideal candidate will have the requisite credentials coupled with an
eagerness to collaborate with researchers, communicators, practitioners, and
others in setting the direction for a dynamic, innovative organization that
is working toward a vision of a world where all young people are valued and
thrive.
Qualifications
. Doctorate and demonstrated expertise in a research-related field, such as
educational psychology, developmental psychology, sociology, or human
development.
. At least 10 years of experience in quantitative or qualitative research in
related content areas.
. At least 5 years of supervisory and management experience in a research
environment.
. Strong data analysis and writing skills leading to peer-reviewed
publications.
. A demonstrated record of successful fundraising and grant management for
research projects.
About Search Institute
Founded in 1958, Search Institute is an independent nonprofit organization
whose mission is to provide leadership, knowledge, and resources to promote
healthy children, youth, and communities. We seek to be a global innovator
in discovering what children and adolescents need to become caring, healthy,
and responsible adults.
For more information, visit
www.search-institute.org.
Inquiries: Jennifer Rosengren, human resources; (612) 399-0204;
jenniferr@search-institute.org.
Team, develop and lead major research projects, supervise the research
staff, maintain research partnerships, and participate in projects that
integrate the institute's research agenda with applied partnerships, tools,
services, public communication efforts, and community innovations.
The director is expected to embrace and contribute to the institute's
intellectual capital related to:
. Developmental Assets, thriving, spiritual development, and related
approaches;
. Engaging young people, parents, and other adults as change agents in their
communities; and
. Transformation of schools, youth-serving systems, and other institutions
to be attentive to young people's healthy development.
The ideal candidate will have the requisite credentials coupled with an
eagerness to collaborate with researchers, communicators, practitioners, and
others in setting the direction for a dynamic, innovative organization that
is working toward a vision of a world where all young people are valued and
thrive.
Qualifications
. Doctorate and demonstrated expertise in a research-related field, such as
educational psychology, developmental psychology, sociology, or human
development.
. At least 10 years of experience in quantitative or qualitative research in
related content areas.
. At least 5 years of supervisory and management experience in a research
environment.
. Strong data analysis and writing skills leading to peer-reviewed
publications.
. A demonstrated record of successful fundraising and grant management for
research projects.
About Search Institute
Founded in 1958, Search Institute is an independent nonprofit organization
whose mission is to provide leadership, knowledge, and resources to promote
healthy children, youth, and communities. We seek to be a global innovator
in discovering what children and adolescents need to become caring, healthy,
and responsible adults.
For more information, visit
www.search-institute.org.
Inquiries: Jennifer Rosengren, human resources; (612) 399-0204;
jenniferr@search-institute.org.
Monday, March 30, 2009
University of Massachusetts Medical School
Requisition Number 09-0057
Working Title Educational Specialist III
Job Family Academic
Salary Grade 44
Hiring Min $43,388.00
Hiring Max $60,736.00
Shift First Shift
Department Medical Education
Name Medical School, 55 Lake Ave North City Worcester State MA
Hours/Week 40
Union Code W60
Summary of Position Education Specialist III (09-0057)
GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: Under the general direction of the Senior Director for Research and Evaluation or designee, the Educational Specialist III is responsible for working with Medical School faculty on the design, scoring and validation of tests, surveys, course evaluations, statistical analysis and educational research studies, with a focus on assessment methods beyond testing, to include self assessment, peer-review, portfolio development and other contemporary forms of learner assessment. Description MAJOR
RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Advise faculty in the design, scoring and validation of instruments (i.e., tests, or surveys for evaluating students, residents and faculty). 2. Report results and recommendations of improvement as appropriate. 3. Work directly with faculty to design measurement and evaluation methods and provide statistical analysis. 4. Offer assistance to colleagues on technical issues related to education support. 5. Collaborate with Medical School faculty to design evaluation and measurement techniques and conduct original research in medical education. 6. Make presentations to professional organizations. 7. Teach faculty and community physicians. 8. Promote research in a collegial manner on educational issues. 9. Make educational or informational presentations as required. 10. Perform other duties as requested Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in education, psychology or equivalent. **Master's degree preferred** 5 years experience in educational measurement and evaluation, instructional technology in higher education setting. Demonstrated ability in all aspects of contemporary assessment methods. Knowledge of quantitative methods and computer applications essential.
Additional Information Internal posting expires: February 20, 2009
Thursday, March 19, 2009
University of California, Berkeley - Postdoctoral Fellows
Postdoctoral Positions in Quantitative Methods And Evaluation
The Graduate School of Education (GSE) at the University of California, Berkeley, is seeking two fulltime postdoctoral fellows to work with Sophia Rabe-Hesketh and Mark Wilson in the Quantitative Methods and Evaluation (QME) Program.
The fellowships are funded by the Institute of Education Studies (US Dept. of Education). Fellows will advance their methodological expertise and conduct research in critical areas of educational practice. They can participate in a range of existing projects associated with the QME Program and the Berkeley Evaluation and Assessment Research (BEAR) Center, and they may also initiate their own projects. We currently have ongoing projects on the development and evaluation of assessment systems, including assessments of the reading comprehension skills of middle-school students, statistical reasoning by middle school students, science knowledge among upper elementary school students, and entry- level elementary school teachers' pedagogic content knowledge.
We also have current projects investigating the effects of educational interventions on student outcomes, including an evaluation of different professional development designs for science teachers, a comparison of different instructional practices in math education, and estimation of the benefits of attending preschool. In all these projects, the research conducted by the postdoctoral fellows can either have a relatively stronger substantive focus or be more methodological in nature. Postdoctoral fellows will be able to take courses on measurement, evaluation, and statistics within the GSE and across the campus.
During the fellowship period, we will invite experts in research methodology to hold workshops and interact directly with the postdoctoral fellows. Qualifications. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Education or a related area with a strong background in quantitative methods, or a Ph.D. in a quantitative discipline with a strong interest in education. Some knowledge of Item Response Theory (IRT) and/or multilevel modeling would be an advantage.
The expected duration of the fellowships is 2 years with an approximate start date of September 1, 2009. The annual stipend of the fellowship is $50,000, with family health insurance, and an allowance for travel and research support.
Please submit a statement of interest, not exceeding 5 pages, and your CV to: Professor Sophia Rabe-Hesketh Graduate School of Education, 3659 Tolman Hall, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-1670, sophiarh@berkeley.edu by a postdate of April 6, 2009.
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