Junior Research Associate, Systems Development & Improvement Center, Columbus, Ohio, Hybrid

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 47,000 students, 10,500 faculty and staff and 330,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.6 billion and its endowment totals $1.9 billion.

The Systems Development & Improvement (SDI) Center in Columbus, Ohio fosters the development, implementation, and evaluation of PK20 education research and demonstration efforts that improve opportunities to learn for children and youth, their families, and the professionals who support them. At the core of many Center activities is a commitment to advocacy on behalf of all children, as well as partnerships - with school districts, with professional associations, with institutions of higher education, with regional providers, with the state - that improve conditions and outcomes for students with disabilities and other marginalized groups of learners (e.g., learners who are economically disadvantaged, learners at risk of school failure for a variety of reasons, etc.).

The University of Cincinnati’s Systems Development & Improvement (UC SDI) Center in Columbus, Ohio is seeking two full-time researchers to conduct mentored research under Drs. Jennifer Ottley and Deborah Telfer. Candidates will have opportunities to contribute to multiple research projects related to the use of evidence-based practices in education and in systems thinking to design and implement practices that build capacity systemwide to scale and sustain research efforts.

The position is open to individuals at both the pre- and post-doctoral levels. Funding for the two positions are based upon the availability of external funds. The selected researchers will be eligible for a flexible schedule but must be able to come into the Columbus Office 2-3 days per week.

• With support, conduct research in a particular field within a pre-determined research scope and methodology.
• Gather and analyze data and develop new ideas that promote current research.
• Prepare data summaries, reports, manuscripts, and presentations of research results.
• Participate in grant writing for external funding.
• Participate in writing content for professional learning opportunities.
• Participate in writing professional reports and manuscripts for publication.
• Engage in scholarship review to maintain and enhance professional expertise.
• Engage in appropriate training and professional development opportunities.
• May teach techniques to others while working as a part of a research team.

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education in education or a related discipline.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices in education.
• Demonstrated research expertise.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

Master’s degree.

Three years of educational experience or one year of educational research experience.

• Recently completed doctoral program and seeking additional research and training.
• Current doctoral student seeking research experience.

• Sitting - Continuously

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

The University of Cincinnati is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer / Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran.

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