Post by netizen on Nov 23, 2011 9:48:39 GMT -5
The University of Montana, a research-oriented, doctorate-granting institution, enrolls more than 14,000 students (including 2000 graduate students) from across the country and around the globe. Surrounded by a stunning landscape, UM is a magnet for top-notch faculty and researchers. THe University recently concluded a capital campaign that raised more than $100 million in private funds for facilities, scholarships and endowed chairs--more than any Montana educational institution has ever acquired in a campaign.
Job Description
As part of the national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs), we share a vision that foresees a nation in which all Americans, including Americans with disabilities, participate fully in their communities.
The Research Associate will conduct qualitative and quantitative research, analyze data, prepare publications, and develop training or other products from two federally funded research projects. This position will be responsible for supervising graduate research assistants and other student employees and will require a strong degree of initiative and independence in performing assigned job responsibilities. This will include independently analyzing and writing up results from research results; coordinating data upload from remote sites using leading edge technology; supervising data input by research assistants; preparing training materials and leading training workshops on data collection protocols and health promotion content.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate with the public verbally and in writing.
- Experience with implementing research and program development projects in a timely manner following a pre-developed work plan.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and report on project status and ask for assistance if needed to complete the project.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in psychology, sociology, economics, rehabilitation counseling, public health, or other field that prepares individuals to conduct analytic and intervention research.
- Experience conducting literature reviews.
- Experience with supervision.
- Experience using data base software such as Access or Excel
- Experience conducting quantitative research and analyzing quantitative data. Experience using quantitative statistical software (i.e., SPSSx, SAS, JMP, Stata, etc.).
- Experience conducting qualitative research and analyzing qualitative data.
- Knowledge of Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) methods or Participatory Action Research methods (PAR).
- Experience developing training materials such as curricula, book, workshop content, Powerpoint presentation, etc.
- Experience conducting presentations live and via the Internet.
- Experience with disability related programs including rehabilitation systems, various federal and state agencies (e.g., Departments of Labor or Transportation, National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Centers for Disease Control), and/or community agencies (e.g. Centers for Independent Living, Small Business Development Centers, Mental Health Centers, Job Service, fraternal organizations).
- Experience working with or on behalf of adults and/or youth with disabilities.
Experience Required
Bachelors degree in psychology, sociology, economics, rehabilitation counseling, public health, or similar field.
Screening begins December 5, 2011 and will continue until position is filled.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should upload the following materials: *Please note: only five attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
- Letter of interest specifically outlining your experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
- Resume/CV
- Contact Information for three (3) professional references
References
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.
Testing
Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Application Information
Contact: The University of Montana
Online App. Form: university-montana-hr.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=a pp.dspjob&jobid=281&company_id=16254&version=1&jobboardid=101
Job Description
As part of the national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs), we share a vision that foresees a nation in which all Americans, including Americans with disabilities, participate fully in their communities.
The Research Associate will conduct qualitative and quantitative research, analyze data, prepare publications, and develop training or other products from two federally funded research projects. This position will be responsible for supervising graduate research assistants and other student employees and will require a strong degree of initiative and independence in performing assigned job responsibilities. This will include independently analyzing and writing up results from research results; coordinating data upload from remote sites using leading edge technology; supervising data input by research assistants; preparing training materials and leading training workshops on data collection protocols and health promotion content.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate with the public verbally and in writing.
- Experience with implementing research and program development projects in a timely manner following a pre-developed work plan.
- Demonstrated ability to identify and report on project status and ask for assistance if needed to complete the project.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Masters degree in psychology, sociology, economics, rehabilitation counseling, public health, or other field that prepares individuals to conduct analytic and intervention research.
- Experience conducting literature reviews.
- Experience with supervision.
- Experience using data base software such as Access or Excel
- Experience conducting quantitative research and analyzing quantitative data. Experience using quantitative statistical software (i.e., SPSSx, SAS, JMP, Stata, etc.).
- Experience conducting qualitative research and analyzing qualitative data.
- Knowledge of Community Based Participatory Research (CBPR) methods or Participatory Action Research methods (PAR).
- Experience developing training materials such as curricula, book, workshop content, Powerpoint presentation, etc.
- Experience conducting presentations live and via the Internet.
- Experience with disability related programs including rehabilitation systems, various federal and state agencies (e.g., Departments of Labor or Transportation, National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Centers for Disease Control), and/or community agencies (e.g. Centers for Independent Living, Small Business Development Centers, Mental Health Centers, Job Service, fraternal organizations).
- Experience working with or on behalf of adults and/or youth with disabilities.
Experience Required
Bachelors degree in psychology, sociology, economics, rehabilitation counseling, public health, or similar field.
Screening begins December 5, 2011 and will continue until position is filled.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should upload the following materials: *Please note: only five attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.
- Letter of interest specifically outlining your experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications.
- Resume/CV
- Contact Information for three (3) professional references
References
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant.
Testing
Individual hiring departments at UM-M may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment
In accordance with University policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Application Information
Contact: The University of Montana
Online App. Form: university-montana-hr.silkroad.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=a pp.dspjob&jobid=281&company_id=16254&version=1&jobboardid=101
