College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University · 23 hours ago
TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - INTEGRATER
Lubbock
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$48,000/mo - $78,400/moThe College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University is seeking a Post Doctoral Research Associate for the INTEGRATER project. The role involves managing research projects, overseeing data management and analysis, and providing training and support to educational organizations.
Higher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day operations of the INTEGRATER project, ensuring that all objectives, timelines, and deliverables are met
Coordinate data management and data collaborations between CIRCLE, CATALYST, TED, and other key stakeholders, including school districts, researchers, and partner organizations
Oversee the secure storage, management, and analysis of education data from school districts, partner organizations, and Texas Tech University (TTU) grant data
Generate comprehensive reports and dashboards that translate complex data into actionable insights for researchers, educators, and policymakers
Facilitate the use of the INTEGRATER repository by researchers at TTU and other institutions, including the application process for data access
Ensure compliance with data privacy and protection standards, particularly concerning the anonymity of schools and districts participating in the project
Develop and deliver training workshops and materials to support school districts and educational organizations in data management, analysis, and reporting
Build the capacity of partner organizations to effectively utilize INTEGRATER’s data resources for their own decision-making and reporting needs
Qualification
Required
PhD in area of project specialization
Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof
Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities
Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for the determination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public
Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing direct training and supervision as needed
Preferred
Ph.D in Education, Data Science, Educational Psychology, or a related field with a strong background in quantitative research methods
Experience in project management, particularly in educational research, data-informed practices, or data-driven initiatives
Familiarity with the American K-12 education system, grant tracking requirements, and the challenges faced by school districts in managing and utilizing data
Knowledge of federal, state, and philanthropic grant requirements and reporting standards
Proficiency in data management, analysis, and reporting using tools such as R, Python, SQL, or similar platforms
Commitment to ethical data practices and the protection of sensitive information
Excellent interpersonal skills and strong written and verbal communication abilities
Experience working with educational data repositories, data clearing houses, or similar centralized data systems
Experience working with rural or under-resourced school districts and educational organizations
Potential for developing or evidence of a significant record of scholarship (research, publication, funding)
Experience in survey design and analysis, especially in rural contexts
Experience managing large-scale, team-based projects that involve both data collection and analysis activities
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College of Health and Human Sciences at Texas Tech University
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