Research Assistant Professor Job at University of Memphis
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN) Position Number L16225 Category Full-Time Faculty Department Center Research Education Policy Position Summary
Desired
Special Conditions
This position (Research Assistant Professor) serves as the resident expert in one or more areas related to K-12 educational research or policy. The Research Assistant Professor contributes to the overall vision, mission, and direction of the Center; actively pursues and develops research collaborations both on and off campus; actively pursues grant and funding opportunities; collaborates on proposal writing teams; designs and leads major sponsored evaluation and research projects; guides instrument development and data collection activities; conducts both quantitative and qualitative data collection and analyses; supervises and mentors research staff and graduate assistants; takes an active role in dissemination at conferences and through peer-reviewed publications; and represents CREP and University of Memphis in collaborations with partners at all levels, both inside and outside of the University; and participates in quality control processes for all Center initiatives. Some University-sponsored travel will be required.
Minimum Position Qualifications
Required:
- Earned doctoral degree in Educational Research or Policy, Statistics, Psychology, Human/Child Development, or another social science or research-focused field is required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong project management skills
Desired
- Expertise in research design and both quantitative and qualitative methodologies
- Experience working with, or in, K-12 educational settings
- Experience in federal grant applications/proposal development, grant management, and execution of sponsored evaluation and research
- Experience in K-12 educational research and policy
- Experience securing grant funding sufficient to recover a substantial portion of one’s salary
This is a grant-funded position. This appointment is contingent upon the continued availability of grant funds and may be terminated at any time without cause or prior written notice. There is no expectation of continued employment beyond the expiration date of the grant. This appointment is made subject to the laws of the State of Tennessee and the policies and requirements of the University of Memphis.
Posting Date 05/03/2023 Closing Date Open Until Screening Begins Yes Hiring Range Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible Special Instructions to Applicants
Review of completed applications will begin June 1, 2023, and may continue until the position is filled. Employment may begin as early as July 1, 2023. The Center welcomes a diverse set of applicants. Applications are to be submitted electronically at
https://workforum.memphis.edu. Applicants are required to upload (1) a letter of application describing research interests and relevant experience, (2) a curriculum vita, (3) names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of four references. Applicants will receive a confirmation number when all application materials are received. Letters of reference and a transcript will be requested upon interview. Address inquiries and nominations to Dr. Todd Zoblotsky at
tzbltsky@memphis.edu or 901-678-4582.
Instructions to Applicant regarding references Is this posting for UofM employees only? No Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time employees only)
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