Postdoctoral Research Associate

San José State University Research Foundation • San Jose, CA

67d • Onsite

About The Position

The Queer Hope Institute at the Connie L. Lurie College of Education is seeking a highly motivated, skilled postdoctoral research associate to join our research team. This project involves collaboration with partner Universities and non-profit organizations to develop, implement, and evaluate programming that supports queer and trans individuals, especially school-age youth. This project offers a unique opportunity to engage in design-based research while managing project activities including curriculum design, program evaluation, and project dissemination. The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background, complemented by practical experience in project management and/or relevant work in university-based settings. Additionally, the applicant should have extensive experience working with and learning from marginalized populations and communities, especially LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Requirements

• PhD in developmental psychology, education, or social sciences
• Experience with independently carrying out qualitative and/or quantitative research projects, including data collection, cleaning, and analysis.
• Experience with IRB applications and reporting.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse audiences.
• Proficient in qualitative and/or quantitative data analysis and research methodologies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Google Suite, and statistical and/or qualitative analysis software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Strong project management skills with demonstrated experience in overseeing research projects.
• Planning for convenings and events.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily.
• The successful candidate must undergo and successfully complete the Live Scan (fingerprinting) background check as a condition of their employment.

Nice To Haves

• Extensive experience working with and learning from marginalized populations and communities, especially LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and collaborate on research initiatives, manage tasks from inception and recruitment to completion, and ensure timely execution of project activities.
• Gather quantitative and qualitative data on various aspects of projects by collaborating with faculty, participants, and schools.
• Prepare and present research findings to various audiences including academic scholars, project stakeholders, and policymakers.
• Monitor project progress, evaluate outcomes, and suggest improvements based on data analysis.
• Coordinate undergraduate assistant support to ensure that programming, data collection, and dissemination occur according to funder timelines.
• Communicate with project partners, assist with budget monitoring, and contribute to overall project management, including reports to funder.

Benefits

• Four company health insurance plans to choose from
• Employer-paid dental and vision for both employee and eligible dependents
• Life, AD&D, LTD with supplemental coverage opportunities
• 14 paid federal & state holidays
• Retirement Plan: 403 (b) employee contribution plan component and a 403 (b) employer contribution component, which vests immediately
• Vacation-hour accruals and separate sick-hour accumulations
• Employee discounts
• Paid training and professional-development conferences

What This Job Offers

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