The University of Georgia · 5 months ago
Research Professional 3
Athens, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe University of Georgia is Georgia’s oldest and most comprehensive institution of higher education. The Research Professional 3 will design and develop clearinghouses and data dashboards, conduct evaluations and needs assessments, and manage a team of researchers while collaborating with various entities across the state.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Information TechnologyRoboticsSoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design and development of clearinghouses and dashboards using data analytics and visualization tools
Conducts program evaluations, needs assessments, and qualitative and/or quantitative research for multiple projects
Develops data collection measures (surveys, focus group protocols) and analyzes data using qualitative or quantitative research analysis methods including working with large databases, data cleaning, organizing and summarizing results by creating impactful reports, visualizations, and dashboards
Works collaboratively with a variety of clients, and with multiple data sources and datasets
Prepares Human Subjects proposals; engages in sample recruitment
Collaborates with various other entities across the State to collect input, design, implement, and manage projects
Arranges for and conducts interviews, focus groups and surveys related to data collection. This may involve statewide travel for site visits and technical support
Prepares reports and manuscripts, communicates findings to key stakeholders
Presents research or program evaluation findings at partner meetings and at local, state, and national meetings and conferences to technical and non-technical audiences
Conducts literature reviews, environmental scans
Supervises and manages other researchers and students on the team and works collaboratively with their supervisors
Qualification
Required
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field
Strong background in designing and developing clearinghouses, data dashboards using data analytics and visualization
Background in criminal justice, behavioral health, opioids or related areas
Experience in working with databases, cleaning data, planning and executing data analysis and summarizing results
Experience building data visualizations and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik, and accessing a wide array of data sources
Proficient in Microsoft Power BI/Tableau development, including DAX functions, Power Query, Power Automate, and integration with other business systems to create impactful visualizations, reports, and dashboards
Skilled in SQL for creating custom tables, views, and scripts
Demonstrated training and/or experience in designing and conducting research, needs assessment, or program evaluation projects using qualitative and quantitative research methods, conducting literature reviews
Team-based experience in research or evaluation project design, completion goals, deliverables, and adhering to timelines
Strong data skills, accuracy, and attention to detail
Knowledge or experience in using programs such as Microsoft word, excel, access, Qualtrics, SPSS, NVivo, Canva or similar applications
Excellent project management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits
Retirement Plan TRS or ORP
Benefits Eligible
Company
The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant university with state-wide commitments and responsibilities, is the state's flagship institution of higher education.
Founded in 1785
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Johnson
Chief Technology Officer, Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communication
Alan Dorsey
Professor of Physics and Associate Chief Information Officer for Research
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