Research Specialist I or II

University Of Nebraska - Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks a Research Specialist I or II to work on public policy projects. You will conduct and facilitate research, coordinate projects and stakeholder involvement, design surveys, collect and analyze data, and assist with writing reports to inform state, local, and federal policy.

Some travel may be required. Minimum qualifications include a bachelor’s degree (I) or bachelor’s plus two years (II) and strong writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills for collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree plus relevant policy research experience or equivalent.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work with policymakers and stakeholders across levels.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and facilitate research on public policy topics.
• Coordinate projects and stakeholder involvement processes.
• Design survey instruments and collect/analyze data.
• Assist with writing reports and presenting findings to policymakers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Planning

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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Position Information

Position Information

Working Title

Working Title Research Specialist I or II

Department

Department Public Policy Center-1525

Requisition Number

Requisition Number S_240768

Posting Open Date

Posting Open Date 08/05/2024

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)

Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) 08/19/2024

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Description of Work

Work with dynamic teams on variety of public policy projects, including those in behavioral health, public participation, and other applied social sciences endeavors. Will conduct and facilitate research, coordinate projects and stakeholder involvement processes, design survey instruments, collect and analyze data, assist with writing reports, and present findings that impact state, local and federal policy. Some travel required.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse populations we serve. The university fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential. As an EO/AA employer, the University of Nebraska considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. See https://www.unl.edu/equity/notice-nondiscrimination .

Minimum Required Qualifications

Research Specialist I: Bachelor’s degree plus one (1) year of experience researching and presenting policy reports. Knowledge of and experience with community and statewide public policy issues. Outstanding verbal, interpersonal, planning, and writing skills required; the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with national, state, and local policymakers and stakeholders; the ability to multitask and perform assigned tasked quickly and accurately.

Research Specialist II: Bachelor’s degree plus two (2) years of experience researching and presenting policy reports. Knowledge of and experience with community and statewide public policy issues. Outstanding verbal, interpersonal, planning, and writing skills required; the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with national, state, and local policymakers and stakeholders; the ability to multitask and perform assigned tasked quickly and accurately.

All applicants must possess a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

Research Specialist I: Demonstrated experience working with policy makers and other stakeholders, problem solving and decision making, working independently with minimal supervision, keeping supervisor and internal team members informed, and providing excellent customer relations. Ability to translate academic research to accessible quality policy reports; Ability to quickly master a range of content areas; Excellent written communication and analytic skills; Ability to coordinate a wide variety of projects; Ability and flexibility to perform other tasks as assigned. Knowledge of behavioral health, public participation processes, and/or social sciences applied research preferred.

Research Specialist II: Master’s degree. Demonstrated experience working with policy makers and other stakeholders, problem solving and decision making, working independently with minimal supervision, keeping supervisor and internal team members informed, and providing excellent customer relations. Ability to translate academic research to accessible quality policy reports; Ability to quickly master a range of content areas; Excellent written communication and analytic skills; Ability to coordinate a wide variety of projects; Ability and flexibility to perform other tasks as assigned. Knowledge of behavioral health, public participation processes, and/or social sciences applied research preferred.

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required

Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required Yes

Physical Required

Physical Required No

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances.

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No

Criminal History Background Check Required

Criminal History Background Check Required Yes

Posted Salary RS I: $44,700/yr. minimum; RS II: $53,600/yr. minimum

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Job Category (old)

Job Category (old) Managerial/Professional

Job Type

Job Type Full-Time

Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5)

Work Location (City, State)

Work Location (City, State) Lincoln, NE

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding?

Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

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