Research Associate 5

Louisiana State University • Goodwell, OK

31d

About The Position

The Research Associate 5 is the highest level of the job series for other academic research support. Research Associate 5 provides several major functions. These activities include: 1) grant seeking, writing, limited grant management, and expansion of eval activities; 2) Program/Intervention Evaluation; and 3) Research and Dissemination. This position demands a person with highly developed analytic skills who has the ability to solve complex, real-world problems, collect data from a variety of sources, manage datasets, analyze statistical data, be self-motivated, and prepare research reports and findings. The Research Associate 5 must have the ability to make research- and evaluation-related decisions and judgments on a daily basis. Strong writing skills and the ability to work effectively in a team is essential. This position also requires a person with strong organizational skills who can work both primarily independently but also within groups when asked, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and prioritize tasks, often in a fast-paced, short-deadline environment. The position will work with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders and partners on proposed and current projects. The Research Associate 5 will help develop a menu of evaluation products and services, and sustain and develop a network of collaborators. They should be able to develop evaluation and research proposals and manage/carry out associated tasks.

Requirements

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.)- Proficient
• Statistical Analysis using computer soft ware (e.g SPSS, STATA, R, SAS)- Proficient
• Master's Degree in social sciences, education, or related field. Bachelor's degree if the applicant has minimum 6 years of related experience; or a terminal degree (PhD) in related field.
• 2 years experience managing research or evaluation projects, grant writing, and working on funded collaborative projects.

Nice To Haves

• Ph.D in social sciences, education or related field
• Four years of relevant experience in social services or related field managing research or evaluation projects, grant writing, and working on government-funded projects.

Responsibilities

• Grant seeking, writing, limited grant management, and expansion of eval activities: persistently seeks external funding opportunities; collaborates with HARC team to develop and submit timely proposals, ensuring alignment with the mission of HARC, CHSE, and LSU; provides consistent, concurrent communication with College of Human Sciences and Education Office of Sponsored Research (CHSE-OSR) in the development of grant proposal narratives to facilitate the accurate and timely preparation of proposal budget(s) by CHSE-OSR for submission to the LSU Office of Sponsored Programs for University review and approval; assist HARC director/assoc. director in grant activities management, when needed.
• Program Evaluation: Oversees evaluations and research projects through project completion, as well as in accordance with its appropriate regulations; develops evaluation protocols that align with the project designs; develops research designs, quantitative and qualitative methodology and instrumentation; oversees design and management of project databases; manages data collection, including administration of surveys and conducting interviews, focus groups and site observations; maintains effective/positive working relationships with collaborators; conducts quantitative and qualitative data analysis; and ensures evaluation and research reports are completed and submitted to funders and stakeholders in a timely manner
• Research and dissemination: Prepares and presents research findings to multiple audiences and stakeholders; contributes to the writing and dissemination of research studies, including publishing in scholarly journals; and remains current on relevant professional standards, trends, and innovations, including participating in local, state, and national research conferences, trainings, and other professional events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
• Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance.
• Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

What This Job Offers

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