Research Assistant III

San Diego Community College District; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A community college district in California is seeking a Research Assistant III to provide technical and analytical support for research functions. Responsibilities include analyzing data, preparing reports, and conducting statistical analyses. Ideal candidates should demonstrate excellent communication skills and cultural competency. This is a full-time position with varying working conditions.

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and format research data in reports.
• Experience in statistical and qualitative analyses.
• Demonstrated cultural competency with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and prepare written reports.
• Analyze data for productivity and accuracy.
• Support districtwide research functions.

Skills

Knowledge of design and administration of questionnaires

Statistical analysis

Effective oral and written communication

Cultural competency

Tools

Computer applications

Job description

Overview

Research Assistant III, San Diego Community College District

Location: District Wide

Position Type: Full-Time (unless stated otherwise)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Posting Details: See below for responsibilities and qualifications.

The Position

Under the direction of the Director, Institutional Research, or assigned supervisor or manager, provide technical and analytical support to assist in productivity, accuracy, and level of documentation of the districtwide research function.

Major Responsibilities

• Research and analyze data and information.
• Use computer applications for on-line background and literature review search.
• Perform statistical and qualitative analyses.
• Prepare, format, and clean research data in support of specific projects.
• Prepare layout and format reports consistent with project specifications and stakeholder needs.
• Prepare written analysis, recommendations, and complex reports.
• Prepare, manipulate, and verify the accuracy and validity of data.
• Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.

Qualifications

REQUISITE TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE AND ABILITIES INCLUDE:

• Knowledge of basic design and administration of questionnaires and research instruments; English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary; modern office practices, procedures, and equipment, including computer hardware and software.
• Ability to prepare, format, and clean research data in support of specific projects; prepare layout and format reports consistent with project specifications and stakeholder needs; research and analyze data and information; use computer applications for on-line background and literature review search; perform statistical and qualitative analyses; prepare written analysis, recommendations, and complex reports; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Experience in research, study, and analysis of management, budget, administrative, organizational, functional, or procedural problems.

Desired Qualifications

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:

Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Working Conditions

Varies upon assignment.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Conditions of Employment: THE FOLLOWING MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the district's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment).
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Posting Number: NC00353

Major Responsibilities (duplicate)

• Research and analyze data and information.
• Use computer applications for on-line background and literature review search.
• Perform statistical and qualitative analyses.
• Prepare, format, and clean research data in support of specific projects.
• Prepare layout and format reports consistent with project specifications and stakeholder needs.
• Prepare written analysis, recommendations, and complex reports.
• Prepare, manipulate, and verify the accuracy and validity of data.
• Prepare tables, graphs, fact sheets, and written reports summarizing research results.

Additional Qualifications

• Requisite training and experience and abilities as listed in the Qualifications section.

Pay Information

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To apply

To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

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