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TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
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Position Number: 5510279
Location: Lubbock, TX
Position Type: Laboratory and Research

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate
Lubbock
38464BR
EDUC Administration General

Position Description
Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/or supervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results of publication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overall effectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

Major/Essential Functions

Collaborate, design, and publish research on teacher labor markets and/or postsecondary and workforce trajectories for historically marginalized students
Support or lead program evaluation related to community-engaged research projects
Develop grant proposals related to topics mentioned above

Required Qualifications
PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public. Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Expertise in using quasi-experimental research methods, particularly those suited for analyzing large, longitudinal datasets
Proficiency in STATA or R statistical software packages
A track record of publication, or evidence of strong peer-reviewed publication potential
Evidence of research collaborations involving practitioners or other relevant educational stakeholders
Evidence of an education policy-oriented research agenda with an interest in working both collaboratively as well as independently
Demonstrated interest in developing and conducting research-to-policy-to-practice research with and for education policymakers
Excellent interpersonal skills
Demonstrated evidence of excellent written and verbal communication

Desired Qualifications

Potential for developing a significant record of scholarship (research, publication, funding) in the field of education policy and evaluation research
Experience developing and implementing survey design and analysis
Experience developing and implementing large-scale, team-based projects
Significant organizational skills and/or practical experience coordinating large-scale, team-based projects involving both data collection and analysis activities
Mentorship experience with early-stage graduate-level or undergraduate researchers

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.