ACADEMIC RESEARCHER

Universidad del Sagrado Corazon

About The Position

The Academic Researcher is a leadership position that reports to the Assistant VP of Academic Research & Grants. This position is responsible for leading research that enables the institution to gather information for student learning assessment processes, curricular revisions, program accreditations, and faculty development.

Requirements

Ph.D. in Education, Psychology, or related field from an accredited and recognized institution.
Five (5) years of experience in similar functions, including staff supervision and experience in proposal writing and negotiation.
Result-oriented and driven by academic and institutional goals.
Efficiency and service excellence-oriented.
Insight into the organization and dynamics of an institution of higher education.
Comprehension of the philosophical framework of the lifelong learning concept.
Understanding and expertise in Quality Matters standards.
Teamwork, assertive communication, and decision-making skills.
High level of proficiency with specialized software and tools.
Innovative vision.
Mastery of oral and written expression in English and Spanish.

Responsibilities

Design and propose strategic research aligned with the university's and the Provost's strategic priorities.
Plan and conduct research using diverse methodologies and data-gathering techniques.
Collaborate with the Academic & Student Affairs in designing and implementing the learning assessment and faculty evaluation process. Analyzes its results to formulate strategic recommendations for curricular innovation and faculty development.
Collect, record, and analyze quantitative and qualitative data.
Interpret data analysis results and develop inferences and conclusions.
Present research results to the institution staff, faculty, and students.
Use research results to write reports for internal and external groups.
Collaborate with the Pedagogical Innovation Senior Manager, the Deans, and the Assistant VP for Academic Research & Grants and for Curricular Design in curricular reviews, program accreditations, faculty development, and student learning assessment.
Use of software for quantitative and qualitative analysis.
Performs related duties as assigned.