Evaluation Assistant

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Location: Santa Barbara, CALIFORNIA
Deadline: 30 Jun 2024
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    • Center for Science and Engineering Partnerships / Office of Research / UC Santa Barbara

    Position overview
    Position title: Evaluation Assistant
    Salary range: See Table 36N for the salary range for this position. A reasonable estimate for this position is $28.61 per hour.
    Percent time: 50%
    Anticipated start: November 15, 2023
    Position duration: Ten (10) months. Subject to renewal based on availability of funds.

    Application Window

    Open date: October 20, 2023

    Most recent review date: Friday, Nov 3, 2023 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
    Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.

    Final date: Sunday, Jun 30, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
    Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.


    Position description

    The Evaluation Assistant (EA) is experienced in quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis, as well as in academic writing, and will be responsible for supporting the CSEP Evaluation Team in these areas as needed across their portfolio of projects. The EA also has familiarity with evaluation and education research methods and working in an academic setting. They will work under the supervision of the CSEP Associate Director for Evaluation and Data Management, and the Evaluation Team as needed.

    The EA will Assist with the Following Duties:
    -- Implementing evaluation and STEM education research plans, contributing to the development of surveys and protocols and collecting data via surveys, interviews, focus groups, or other sources.
    -- Attending meetings and observing project activities as needed.
    -- Preparing formative and summative reports and presentations that advise faculty PIs and project coordinators on project impacts, strengths, and weaknesses.
    -- Preparing journal papers and presentations for disseminating education research or evaluation findings as needed.
    -- Mentoring of CSEP Evaluation Interns who work on evaluation or STEM education research projects.

    The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service as appropriate to the position.


    Department: https://csep.ucsb.edu/


    Qualifications
    Basic qualifications (required at time of application)
    • Bachelor's degree in social science or humanities that emphasizes writing and data analysis

    Preferred qualifications
    • Prior experience working on STEM evaluation or education research projects
    • Demonstrated ability to manage deadlines and work in a collaborative environment
    • Prior experience collecting and analyzing quantitative and qualitative data and using Excel and NVivo for analysis
    • Prior experience collecting data for projects that serve groups traditionally underrepresented in STEM
    • Excellent written and oral communication skills for an academic environment

    Application Requirements
    Document requirements
    • Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

    • Cover Letter


    Reference requirements
    • 3 required (contact information only)

    Applicants are required to provide names and contact information of 3 references. In the event that an
    applicant is selected as the finalist, the department will conduct a reference check before extending an offer of
    employment.

    Apply link: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/JPF02596

    Help contact: [email protected]


    About UC Santa Barbara

    The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

    As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.


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    Santa Barbara, CA
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