Junior Research Associate [Student Employee]

Posting Details
Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number	2024292TP
Classification Title
Working Title	Junior Research Associate [Student Employee]
OASIS Title
Type of Position	T-Job
Grant Funded Position?	Yes
If temporary (or grant funded) position, indicate ending date	08/31/2028
Benefits Eligible?	No
Appointment Length	Aug - May (10 mo)
Description of Job Duties and Responsibilities	Reporting to the Director of Institutional Research and/or the Director of Institutional Effectiveness, the Junior Research Associate will initially support the Title III institution-wide task forces, as assigned, through research, documentation, and coordination of all relevant stakeholders. The Junior Research Associate may, as assigned, work with external consultants assisting with evaluation of systems and software that govern institutional data collection and storage; evaluation of the existing data holdings and identify clear gaps in the data collection and storage process; and, evaluation existing process documentation and communication for both completeness and adoption across the institution. The Junior Research Associate will assist as assigned to actuate the evaluation recommendations of the task forces working with an external consultant to affect a formal audit of the systems, data, and processes against industry standards or effective practices helping to identify gaps in processes, documentation, workflows, etc. The Junior Research Associate will engage with the task forces and relevant stakeholders to document processes and evaluation of the systems strategic plan developed from the systems evaluation and gap analysis. As appropriate, this position will assist with the audit and assessment of the systems strategic plan implementation. Perform other duties, assignments, or responsibilities as may be directed by the Director of Institutional Research and/or the Director of Institutional Effectiveness falling within the role and scope of this position. As a student position, it is expected the incumbent work no more than 20 hours per week for 36 weeks (inclusive of fall and spring term)
Minimum Required Education
Minimum Expectations
Minimum Qualifications	Excellent interpersonal skills; excellent written and verbal communication skills; Ability to self-manage, work independently, prioritize tasks, organize work, and complete a variety of complex projects and priorities simultaneously. Demonstrate high level of discernment when making decisions not overtly addressed by current policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with academic leadership, faculty members, and staff across the University; Strong analytical, critical thinking, organizational, problem-solving, and detail-oriented skills. Effectively analyze information and make informed decisions. Demonstrate creativity, adaptability, resilience, and versatility. Ability to address and resolve conflicts. Demonstrate skills associated with strong empathy, active listening, emotional intelligence, patience. and tact; Be able to work in environment where high levels of confidentiality are expected.
Preferred Qualifications	Demonstrable experience designing, developing, and facilitating training, professional development, and/or mentoring programs in a higher education setting
Special Conditions
Required Licenses and/or Certifications

Department/Supervision

Department	Academic Operations
Employment Location	Main Campus, Fairmont
Position will report to (title)	Director of Institutional Research and/or the Director of Institutional Effectiveness

Recruitment/Advertising

Anticipated Hire Date	01/17/2024
Base Salary/Hourly Rate	$18.00 per hour
Special Instructions to Applicants
Job Posting Date	12/15/2023
Job Close Date	02/06/2024
Quicklink for Posting	https://www.fairmontstatejobs.com/postings/4897