GTAN Research Associate

The Pennsylvania State University; Struble (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University seeks a motivated Research Associate to support the GTAN initiative in global agricultural education. You will contribute to study design, data collection and analysis, literature reviews, and manuscript preparation, working with interdisciplinary teams on internationally focused education scholarship.

Preferred candidates bring background in agricultural or international education, strong writing and analytical abilities, and experience with data analysis tools

Qualifications

• Background in agricultural education, international education, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis tools and academic writing.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and implementing research studies focused on global agricultural education.
• Conduct thorough literature reviews to support ongoing and new projects.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate research methodologies.
• Draft, edit, and revise academic manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Coordinate communication among project collaborators and stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Communication skills

Education

Agricultural/International education

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

Job Description and Position Requirements

GTAN Research Associate – Global Agricultural Education

The Global Teach Ag Network (GTAN) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Research Associate to support and advance research initiatives in global agricultural education. The Research Associate will contribute to various stages of the research process, including study design, data collection and analysis, literature reviews, and manuscript preparation and revisions. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and and contribute to impactful, internationally focused education scholarship.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in designing and implementing research studies focused on global agricultural education.
• Conduct thorough literature reviews to support ongoing and new projects.
• Analyze qualitative and quantitative data using appropriate research methodologies.
• Draft, edit, and revise academic manuscripts, reports, and presentations.
• Coordinate communication among project collaborators and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in agricultural education, international education, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Experience with data analysis tools and academic writing.

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