research scientist

research scientist Tallahassee, FL

Florida State University
Full Time Tallahassee, FL 60554 - 39997 USD ANNUAL Today
Job description

Department


The Learning Systems Institute (LSI) at Florida State University invites applications for a Research Faculty position. LSI has a long and distinguished record of engagement in educational research and development in the United States, Asia, Latin America, Africa, and the Middle East. Founded in 1969, it is one of the oldest, largest, and most productive university-based education research organizations in the United States, attracting more than $500 million in grants and contracts from 130 funding agencies, including the U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Agency for International Development, the State of Florida, UNICEF, and the U.S. Department of State. At present, approximately 100 LSI faculty and staff are engaged in more than twenty active projects (approximately $50 million in total funding) in Florida as well as in Zambia, Malawi, Rwanda, Lebanon, and the Philippines.


We seek a colleague with expertise in the evaluation of projects and policies in the field of education. LSI carries out both causal and non-causal monitoring, evaluation, and research projects for a variety of funders. The successful candidate will manage several of these projects, as well as develop proposals for future evaluation projects. The selected individual will supervise junior research faculty and graduate students working on these evaluation projects.


Approximately 20% of the successful candidate’s time will be dedicated to serving as a consulting methodologist on other LSI research projects, including collaboration on developing research questions, designing studies, and analyzing data.

Responsibilities


  • Managing externally funded projects related to evaluation.
  • Managing data sets for multi-year evaluations.
  • Conducting quantitative data analyses using a variety of approaches.
  • Writing reports, journal articles, and other deliverables.
  • Developing and submitting grant proposals to potential funding agencies.
  • Supervising junior project staff.

Qualifications


  • Earned doctorate in education, education policy, or similar education and/or social science disciplines with a focus on evaluation.
  • Demonstrable quantitative methods expertise.
  • Demonstrated or potential for success in garnering external funding for research.
  • Project management and managing large data sets experience.
  • Excellent writing skills and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications


  • Supervisory experience.
  • Experience working with/for schools, governments, or other aspects of education systems.

Contact Info


Dr. Stephanie Simmons Zuilkowski, Search Committee Chair, [email protected].


Questions regarding the application submission system and process should be directed to the application coordinator: Stephanie Britt, Learning Systems Institute, [email protected], (850) 644-1656.


University Information


One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about our university and campuses.

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How To Apply


If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://hr.fsu.edu/facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

Considerations


This is a Faculty position.
This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

This position is remote.

Equal Employment Opportunity


An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.

research scientist
Florida State University

www.fsu.edu
Tallahassee, FL
Richard McCullough
$500 million to $1 billion (USD)
10000+ Employees
College / University
Colleges & Universities
Education
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