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University of Minnesota · 4 hours ago

Research Professional 4 – Research Coordination Generalist

Minneapolis, MN

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

The University of Minnesota is seeking a Research Professional 4 – Research Coordination Generalist to support the Universal Inference Galaxy project aimed at enhancing a web-based platform for improving reading comprehension among elementary students, particularly those with disabilities. The role involves project management, research coordination, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure effective implementation and data management.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Assist with project management, including the development and management of work plans, timelines, and resources to meet project goals

Participate in developing and managing intervention materials and implementation procedures

Ensure IRB policies are followed for all research involving human subjects. Prepare IRB applications

Work with school partners and schedule assessments and intervention sessions conducted in schools

Organize and oversee data coding and entry

Assist in designing, developing, implementing and monitoring effective data management systems, in order to provide reports and datasets to investigators. Ensure data integrity and quality

Assist the investigators with data collection and analysis and interpretation of findings

Problem-solve issues that arise with respect to project management and data collection

Prepare progress reports to the federal agency

Co-lead or lead project team meetings and events, as requested

Make daily operational decisions to ensure the best data collection and implementation practices are used in each participating site

Complete other tasks as assigned

Contribute to the development and maintenance of detailed research data collection and intervention implementation plans for each project goal

Assist in design and planning of research activities, including instrument design and participant recruitment

Write technical reports and contribute to peer-reviewed journal articles and conference presentations

Coordinate regular meetings and communication of the investigators and non-University partners (including scheduling meetings and setting agendas)

Assist in the supervision of the work of student research assistants and research staff (i.e., technology and design team) in relation to project duties

Educate and train students assistants, data collectors, research staff, and school collaborators about the research project goals, proper research methods, data collection and storage practices and procedures

Qualification

Research experienceData analysis softwareQualitative research methodsQuantitative research methodsMaster's degreeProfessional writingInstructional designGrant writingSupervision skillsCollaboration skillsOrganizational skillsCommunication skills

Required

Master's degree in education, educational psychology, special education, psychology, or other related disciplines

At least 2 years of progressively responsible research experience, with demonstrated proficiency working directly with principal investigators

Experience in building and maintaining collaborative relationships with both university and nonuniversity partners (e.g., schools and teachers)

Strong organizational and communication skills

Experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods

Proficiency with managing complex data sets and data analysis software and procedures

Strong professional writing skills, including research reports, peer-reviewed research articles, or other print and electronic publications

Experience in instructional design or intervention development

Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities

Preferred

Ph.D. in educational psychology, education, psychology, special education, or related discipline

Experience implementing complex data management procedures, including MS Excel functions

Experience in grant writing

Experience working on federally-funded projects and engaging with project officers

Experience contributing to a large research team

Experience supervising, managing, guiding, and directing the interdisciplinary work of multiple researchers, student research assistants, and other research staff

Ability to work well with diverse populations