Research Associate, UNLV Center for Research Evaluation and Assessment [R0153996]

University of Nevada-Las Vegas; Las Vegas (NV); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition discounts

Descripción de la vacante

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) invites applications for the CREA Research Associate position. The role covers planning and executing quantitative and qualitative research, instrument design, data collection and analysis, and reporting to diverse clients.

Responsibilities include grant writing and administration, client communications, mentoring graduate/undergraduate researchers, and assisting with CREA office operations. A strong writing background is essential.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required; 1–3 years of graduate-level research experience.
• Strong writing skills and ability to communicate complex results clearly.
• Experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods is preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and conduct quantitative and qualitative research, including data collection, analysis, and reporting.
• Assist with grant writing and grant administration for CREA projects.
• Coordinate client communications and manage a portfolio of research contracts.
• Mentor graduate and undergraduate research assistants and supervise project tasks.
• Support CREA office operations and project scheduling.

Conocimientos

Writing

Research

Grant writing

Educación

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Descripción del empleo

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Research Associate, UNLV Center for Research Evaluation and Assessment [R0153996].

ROLE of the POSITION

The CREA Research Associate performs a variety of important research, writing, communication, and organizational duties crucial to the everyday business and operations of the center. Primary duties include, but are not limited to 1) Quantitative and qualitative research project planning, instrument design, data collection and analysis, report writing and presentations; 2) Research grant writing and grant administration, including supporting CREA Faculty Director in drafting of CREA research grants, supporting efforts to ensure compliance with all applicable rules and procedures associated with the administration of received research grants, supporting/coordinating fulfillment of all research grant activities; 3) Client communications, including responding to client inquiries and other communications as needed, supporting efforts to manage diverse portfolio of research projects and clients in order to ensure timely progress of and fulfillment of contracts with CREA clients; 4) Mentoring graduate/ undergraduate research assistants, including supporting recruitment, hiring, scheduling, training, and collaborating with CREA graduate assistants and interns and monitoring progress of CREA GA and intern(s) on completion of project tasks; 5) Office management, including maintaining the organization of CREA physical office space and office supplies.

Candidate must have strong writing skills and research writing experience in order to write project results in a clear, jargon-free manner for a non-technical research audience.

Rebel Title (HR Classification): Data Scientist P2

About Crea

CREA was founded in 2004 to serve the research, evaluation, and assessment needs of the UNLV College of Education. Since that time, the center has expanded to include successful partnerships with local Southern Nevada organizations, state and national agencies in and outside of education, and higher education institutions. With a proven track record in the planning and implementation of high-quality research, evaluation, assessment, and data-analytic projects, the center designs and conduct rigorous fieldwork to improve understanding of programs and practices that contribute to the development of educators, students, and other partners, customizing projects to fulfill each client’s needs.

BACKGROUND SCREENING

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background and/or credit check.

Minimum Qualifications

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and 1-3 years of experience working on qualitative and quantitative research projects at the graduate (post-bachelors) level. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree
• 3-5 years of experience working on qualitative and quantitative research projects at the graduate (post-bachelors) level.
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Professional demeanor

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position contingent upon funding.

Benefits Of Working At Unlv

• Competitive total rewards package including:
• Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
• Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
• Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants — [e-mail] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

Profile of the UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.

Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.

For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu

EEO/AA STATEMENT

The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

TITLE IX STATEMENT

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 159, Telephone: [phone]; Email: [e-mail], or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone]; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: [e-mail]; or to both.

SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT

UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.

JOB CATEGORY

Administrative Faculty

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

• Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant: This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).

Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.