TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - CIRCLE

Texas Tech University • Lubbock, TX

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About The Position

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants. Collaborate, design, and publish research on: (1) teacher labor markets, (2) postsecondary and workforce trajectories for historically marginalized students, (3) school finance and funding formula reforms, and/or (4) school choice policy. Support or lead program evaluation related to community-engaged research projects. Develop grant proposals related to the topics mentioned above.

Requirements

• PhD in area of project specialization.
• Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof.
• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities.
• Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public.
• Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Responsibilities

• Participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication.
• Collaborate, design, and publish research on teacher labor markets, postsecondary and workforce trajectories for historically marginalized students, school finance and funding formula reforms, and/or school choice policy.
• Support or lead program evaluation related to community-engaged research projects.
• Develop grant proposals related to the topics mentioned above.
• Supervise research and student assistants.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree