Post by goodvibes on Jul 14, 2011 6:05:06 GMT -5
GOVERNANCE STUDIES, BROWN CENTER ON EDUCATION POLICY
BASIC FUNCTION
Independently provides direct research, statistical, writing, and administrative support to the Senior Fellow and Brown Center Director, specializing in U.S. education policy.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree required, preferably in a social science. Minimum two years post-Master’s work experience or a demonstrated ability to do independent work resulting in scholarly publication. Must have generated a Master’s dissertation or been a significant contributor to a publication or report involving data analysis. Experience using and applying statistical software (e.g., STATA, SAS, or SPSS) required. Priority given to candidates with work experience involving quantitative research.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills. Strong command of quantitative methods highly valued. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and reliability. Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail required. Thorough knowledge of library and online research resources with capacity to conduct independent research and fieldwork desired.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
40% Quantitative Research
Conducts statistical analyses to guide research efforts.
Prepares and independently analyzes data using statistical packages and database tools.
Produces research findings, summaries, charts, and tables to present statistical analysis results.
Carries out data collection and instrument design for quantitative research projects.
40% General Research
Conducts research and literature searches on relevant topics; reads sources for relevancy to research themes.
Collects and analyzes information; assembles material including press reports, interviews, government data, documents, seminars, and reports from a wide variety of sources, including library and internet searches, the local media, NGOs, journalists, diplomats, and others in the field.
Writes briefing memos and synthesizes research materials; prepares notes and reports on meetings and conferences; compiles abstracts, summaries, bibliographies, chronologies, and analyses of books and articles.
Independently analyzes research findings to be incorporated into published materials; occasionally co-authors work.
Monitors current developments in relevant research areas.
Maintains an active network of research and collaborative partners in the education community to stay current in the research areas.
Updates and checks existing data and footnotes; provides fact-checking, editing, and proofreading of products in preparation for publication.
20% Administrative Support
Writes and edits grant proposals, reports, and correspondence; coordinates with partnering institutions when necessary; works with Director of Budget and Administration and Development staff.
Supervises intern(s) when applicable.
Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. No phone calls please. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities.
www.brookings.edu/about/employment/GOV11056.aspx
BASIC FUNCTION
Independently provides direct research, statistical, writing, and administrative support to the Senior Fellow and Brown Center Director, specializing in U.S. education policy.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree required, preferably in a social science. Minimum two years post-Master’s work experience or a demonstrated ability to do independent work resulting in scholarly publication. Must have generated a Master’s dissertation or been a significant contributor to a publication or report involving data analysis. Experience using and applying statistical software (e.g., STATA, SAS, or SPSS) required. Priority given to candidates with work experience involving quantitative research.
KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
Outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills. Strong command of quantitative methods highly valued. Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and reliability. Strong interpersonal skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail required. Thorough knowledge of library and online research resources with capacity to conduct independent research and fieldwork desired.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
40% Quantitative Research
Conducts statistical analyses to guide research efforts.
Prepares and independently analyzes data using statistical packages and database tools.
Produces research findings, summaries, charts, and tables to present statistical analysis results.
Carries out data collection and instrument design for quantitative research projects.
40% General Research
Conducts research and literature searches on relevant topics; reads sources for relevancy to research themes.
Collects and analyzes information; assembles material including press reports, interviews, government data, documents, seminars, and reports from a wide variety of sources, including library and internet searches, the local media, NGOs, journalists, diplomats, and others in the field.
Writes briefing memos and synthesizes research materials; prepares notes and reports on meetings and conferences; compiles abstracts, summaries, bibliographies, chronologies, and analyses of books and articles.
Independently analyzes research findings to be incorporated into published materials; occasionally co-authors work.
Monitors current developments in relevant research areas.
Maintains an active network of research and collaborative partners in the education community to stay current in the research areas.
Updates and checks existing data and footnotes; provides fact-checking, editing, and proofreading of products in preparation for publication.
20% Administrative Support
Writes and edits grant proposals, reports, and correspondence; coordinates with partnering institutions when necessary; works with Director of Budget and Administration and Development staff.
Supervises intern(s) when applicable.
Only applicants meeting minimum qualifications for the position will be considered. No phone calls please. Brookings welcomes resumes from all qualified applicants, particularly women and minorities.
www.brookings.edu/about/employment/GOV11056.aspx