Research Associate

North Carolina State University

$62,000 - $72,000

United States, North Carolina, Raleigh

Sep 10, 2024

Posting Information

Posting Number	PG193650EP
Internal Recruitment	No
Working Title	Research Associate
Anticipated Hiring Range	$62,000 - $72,000
Work Schedule	Mon - Fri; hours may be flexible as needed
Job Location	Raleigh, NC
Department	Friday Institute
About the Department	The Friday Institute for Educational Innovation is a large, multi-faceted Institute housed in a 33,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility on NC State University's Centennial Campus in Raleigh. Our work encompasses educational research, professional development, policy and program evaluation, and direct services to schools, districts, state departments of education and public- and private sector organizations. We are deeply involved in work throughout North Carolina, leading some of the major statewide K-12 education initiatives and working closely with the Department of Public Instruction, the State Board of Education, and the majority of school districts in the State on the transition to digital teaching and learning. Since opening in 2005, the Friday Institute has developed a strong national presence, working with organizations throughout the country, and is increasingly developing international connections. More information is available at http://www.fi.ncsu.edu.
Essential Job Duties	The Friday Institute needs to hire a Research Associate (RA) to assist with work on several projects (primarily focused on digital literacy) for the Program Evaluation and Education Research ( PEER) Group to evaluate the implementation and impact of educational initiatives focused on innovation and capacity building. This individual will contribute to the research and evaluation planning process and day-to-day operations of evaluation projects. The RA will serve as a contact between partners, project team members, graduate assistants, and the faculty members. The RA will be responsible for collecting, inputting, editing, and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data, as well as creating and managing databases and online surveys. This person will conduct site visits, observations, focus groups, interviews. In addition, the RA will support the writing of internal and external reports, memos, infographics, and other deliverables. The RA will be responsible for preparing papers for publication and presentation at professional meetings and will contribute to proposals for additional evaluation projects. This position is predicted to be a two-year appointment with the possibility of renewal, depending on the availability of funding.
Other Responsibilities	Attend area seminars and other professional development opportunities Prepare, maintain, and update project website materials Contribute to project and grant proposals

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Relevant post-Baccalaureate degree, or relevant Bachelor's degree plus 3 or more years of independent research experience. May require terminal degree and licensure.
Other Required Qualifications	Understanding of mixed-method research approaches Willingness to take initiative and learn new skills Ability to work with a team toward a common goal Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships strong writing and oral presentation skills Ability to communicate effectively to academic and practitioner audiences Skilled in planning, organization, coordination of research activities Strong desire to learn new skills and be adaptable Skill in both verbal and written communication Skilled in the use of personal computer and related software applications (i.e. MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Google Apps for Education)
Preferred Qualifications	Teaching, research and/or evaluation experience in K-12 educational and/or digital settings. Technical Proficiency in one or more of the following software applications (or equivalent): Tableau (Data Visualization & Dashboards) Qualtrics (Survey Software) Atlas.ti or NVivo(Qualitative Data Analysis) R or Stata(Statistical Analysis & Data Cleaning)
Required License(s) or Certification(s)	n/a
Valid NC Driver's License required	No
Commercial Driver's License required	No

Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions

Job Open Date	09/10/2024
Anticipated Close Date	Open until filled
Special Instructions to Applicants	Resume, Cover Letter, and Contact information for 3 Professional references required.

Position Details

Position Number	00111041
Position Type	EHRA Non-Faculty
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week)	1.00
Appointment	12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation - Adverse Weather	Non Mandatory - Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation - Emergency Events	Non Mandatory - Emergency Event
Department ID	139001 - Friday Institute
AA/EEO	NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity. If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu. Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit. NC State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.