Posting Details
Posting Details
| Posting Number |
S13064P |
| Working Title |
Research Professional 1 |
| Department |
FACS-Inst Hum Dev & Disability |
| About the University of Georgia |
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (
https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the
UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens. |
| About the College/Unit/Department |
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| College/Unit/Department website |
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| Posting Type |
External |
| Retirement Plan |
TRS |
| Employment Type |
Employee |
| Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
| Full/Part time |
Full Time |
| Work Schedule |
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| Additional Schedule Information |
Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm |
| Advertised Salary |
Commensurate with experience |
| Posting Date |
12/24/2024 |
| Open until filled |
Yes |
| Closing Date |
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| Proposed Starting Date |
02/01/2025 |
| Special Instructions to Applicants |
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| Location of Vacancy |
Athens Area |
| EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
| USG Core Values Statement |
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our
USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each
USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the
USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in
USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally,
USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Information
| Classification Title |
Research Paraprofessional/Professional |
| FLSA |
Non-Exempt |
| FTE |
1.00 |
| Minimum Qualifications |
Requires technical knowledge in the field acquired through an apprenticeship, a 2-year degree, or professional certificate. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
| Preferred Qualifications |
- Bachelor's degree or higher in social science, program evaluation or a closely-related field (psychology, social work, human development, public health, education) from an accredited institution preferred.
- Preferred training and/or professional development and/or experience in conducting evaluation and needs assessments including developing evaluation plans, logic models and outcomes tracking matrices.
- Data visualization skills in preparing infographics, graphs, and charts to communicate evaluation or research findings in visually appealing reports is preferred.
- Skill in planning and executing data analysis and summarizing results preferred.
- Interviewing skills and experience preferred.
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| Position Summary |
This individual will assist in the implementation of program evaluations, needs assessments, and qualitative or quantitative research including collecting and entering data, assisting in the development of evaluation plans for process and outcomes evaluations, logic models and outcomes tracking matrices. |
| Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Demonstrated training and/or professional development and/or experience in designing and conducting qualitative and quantitative research.
- Knowledge or experience in using programs such as Microsoft word, excel, access, Qualtrics, SPSS, NVivo, or similar applications.
- Strong data skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
- Ability to work both independently and with a team.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Effective written and oral communication skills.
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| Physical Demands |
- Work for long periods of time on a computer.
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| Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
No |
| Is this a Position of Trust? |
No |
| Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? |
No |
| Does this position require a P-Card? |
No |
| Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? |
No |
| Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? |
No |
| Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) |
No |
| Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website. |
| Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assists in the implementation of program evaluations, needs assessments, and qualitative or quantitative research.
- Assists in developing data collection measures (surveys, focus group protocols) and in analyzing data using qualitative or quantitative research analysis methods including working with large databases, data cleaning and organizing.
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| Percentage of time |
50 |
| Duties/Responsibilities |
- Assists in conducting literature reviews, environmental scans.
- Conducts interviews, focus groups and surveys related to data collection. This may involve statewide travel for site visits and technical support.
- Assist in preparing reports, manuscripts, and in communicating findings to key stakeholders.
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| Percentage of time |
50 |
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University of Georgia
retirement plan
Dec 24, 2024