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Job Title:
Research Associate for Javits Grant Project WINGS (2022-2027): Scale-Up of Developing Academic Proficiency of Gifted English Learners with or without Disabilities through Advanced Mathematics and Language Scaffolding
Campus:
Queens (8000 Utopia Pkwy, Queens, NY)
Job Summary:
Work with PI (Dr. Seokhee Cho) and co-PI (Dr. Jenny Yang) possibly as a Co-PI to conduct Project WINGS, Javits Grant Project to plan, execute, and report its performance in-person. (working condition will be hybrid: Online and in-person)
Essential Functions:
- oversee the research aspects of the Project WINGS to ensure successful execution of quasi-experimental design, refining assessment instruments, data collection and data analyses for the successful conduct of research while working with the PI, Project Director, and external evaluator
- support all aspects of the project including conducting research and coordinating graduate students and schools
- collect information with the project team and independently analyze all the quantitative and qualitative data as an internal evaluator
- write summative reports on the project process, progress, and preliminary outcomes at the end of project year
Required Education and Experience:
Ph.D. in gifted education, special education, or education
1 year of experience in the position as a Research Scholar or Researcher (post-doctoral or fellowship)
All the required experience must have included conducting or participating in academic research in the areas of gifted education and/or STEM education; designing studies in the field of gifted education, including assessing, collecting, and analyzing data; designing a database, integrating data from multiple sources, and checking the accuracy and usefulness of data entries; and performing quantitative analysis.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Work experiences in managing a research project after Ph.D.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. We encourage interested candidates to apply promptly, as the search will conclude as soon as a suitable candidate is identified.
H1B Visa Sponsorship Available for Exceptional Candidate.
Contact:
Dr. Seokhee Cho, Chos1@stjohns.edu; (516) 491-0942
In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary for this position is $62,400. St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time.
St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events
Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
