Research Associate 1-Social

The Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent will support research in the OERC by reviewing policies, conducting literature reviews, and assisting in the preparation of reports. The individual will conduct basic survey, financial and statistical analyses. The individual will join the OERC team working to carry out data driven, evidence-based research and evaluation with a focus on the State of Ohio. The individual will support the team in the development and ongoing implementation of dashboards, scorecards, and clearinghouses for government entities. Additionally, the person in this role will provide administrative support related to the conduct of research studies, the administration of the Ohio Longitudinal Data Archive, and the operations of the Ohio Education Research Center. Competitive applicants will have a knowledge of the federal ESSA evidence standards and experience using evidence-based clearinghouses (e.g. IES What Works Clearinghouse, Evidence for ESSA).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in public policy, education, political science, or a related social science field or equivalent experience required
• 3 years of relevant experience required with Associate's Degree in social sciences, education or a related field, or 1 years of relevant experience required with Bachelor's Degree

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365
• qualitative research skills
• Qualtrics
• knowledge of the federal ESSA evidence standards
• experience using evidence-based clearinghouses (e.g. IES What Works Clearinghouse, Evidence for ESSA)

Responsibilities

• reviewing policies
• conducting literature reviews
• assisting in the preparation of reports
• conducting basic survey, financial and statistical analyses
• support the team in the development and ongoing implementation of dashboards, scorecards, and clearinghouses for government entities
• provide administrative support related to the conduct of research studies, the administration of the Ohio Longitudinal Data Archive, and the operations of the Ohio Education Research Center

Benefits

• Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level