Research Associate (Temp)

Description

Research Associate (Temp)

National Institute for Student Success

Georgia State University

The National Institute for Student Success (NISS) helps universities identify and remove barriers to student success through three core services: the Accelerator, the Diagnostic and Implementation Support. In addition to these direct client services, the NISS Instructor supports continued research and development of innovative best practices in student success.

The National Institute for Student Success at Georgia State University is seeking to hire a Research Associate (Temp).

WHAT MAKES GSU A GREAT PLACE?

• Flexible work environment. 
• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship.
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting.

WHAT WILL YOU DO:

The Research Associate (Temp) will support the National Institute for Student Success from May 13, 2024 – Friday August 9, 2024.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Assist with the collection and analysis of data related to student focus groups.
• Manage the initial stages of our Post-Diagnostic & Playbook Survey Design.
• Lead the synthesis and analysis of literature, policy documents, and other written, visual, or auditory materials for Incubator research projects.
• Serve as an author/co-author for Incubator blog posts, manuscripts and other outward facing material.
• Assist with preparing conference abstracts, proposals, and conference presentations.
• Assist in the NISS research documentation process including IRB, IP, and publication support.
• Respond to data requests by identifying the correct data sources and developing the logic to extract the data.
• Perform analyses using various statistical methods.
• Analyze large datasets using statistical software and programming languages such as R, Python, or SPSS to identify trends, patterns, and correlations, and perform hypothesis tests.
• Maintain ethical standards and confidentiality in all aspects of research and data analysis.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Masters Required & two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Requirements:

• Ph.D. preferred in education, public policy, economics, or related field; can substitute for Masters’ Degree & at least two years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of relational database principles and SQL logic.
• Experience with statistical programming languages such as R or Python for data manipulation and analysis.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Possess strong people skills and the ability to work in a group environment.
• Ability to collaborate with the team in a professional manner.
• Possess strong communication and listening skills.
• Strong time management skills and possess the ability to multitask and prioritize assigned tasks.
• Demonstrate attention to detail.

College/Business Unit
Open until filled
Location: Atlanta Campus
Job Posting: 03/29/24, 2:18:06 PM