Researcher 6
Apply NowCompany: University of Minnesota
Location: Saint Paul, MN 55111
Description:
Position Overview
A full-time (100% FTE) position is open in the Institute on Community Integration (ICI) in the Community Living within Community Living and Employment and Educational Policy and Practice program areas. This position is designed to conduct currently funded and future research and evaluation on programs and services related to several project including: (1) the California Community Living Network's Person-centered Advocacy Vision & Education (PAVE) and Direct Support Professional University (DSPU) projects, (2) the Research and Training Center on Community Living (3) Special Olympics North America's Unified Champion School Longitudinal Evaluation Project (SONA-UCS) and the National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD). Research, evaluation, and development activities will include measurement development support and evaluation on a large-scale systems change demonstration home and community-based services project, development and piloting of a supported decision-making training program for transition-age youth with IDD, evaluation of the social emotional learning and self-determination outcomes associated with participation in high school level Unified Champion School programs, and both research synthesis and development of training modules designed for faculty and staff from Institutions of Higher Education to support the inclusion of students with disabilities in degree granting college and university programs. Successful applicants for this position will also be required to initiate development of their own lines of research with the goal of eventually attaining the status of principal investigator within the Institute on Community Integration.
Primary duties will involve leading and coordinating research projects and other evaluation and development activities (e.g. synthesis of existing research findings, research instrument design and development, data collection and management, data analysis and writing technical reports). The researcher in this position will need to possess the capacity to produce technically and methodologically sound manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal articles and author technical reports, book chapters, and other publications. The position will also require the ability to disseminate information on current and future studies and technical assistance programs state, regional, and national presentations. This position is one in which the researcher will be expected to assist with grant writing and develop new research opportunities by serving first in a Co-Principal Investigator (CoPI) role and later as a Principal Investigator capacity authoring new proposals, and seeking a variety of federal international, and state opportunities. In addition, preparing and overseeing on-going compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB), Sponsored Project Administration, and External Sales Administration requirements (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA) are essential component of this position.
The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work-life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval prior to offer.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct Research (75%)
Research Development, Management, and Research to Practice Activities (25%)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
About the Department
Department Overview
The Institute on Community Integration (ICI) at the University of Minnesota pushes the edge of inclusion through an intensive focus on policies and practices that affect children, youth, and adults with disabilities, and those receiving educational supports. ICI's collaborative research, training, and information-sharing ensure that people with disabilities are valued by, included in, and contribute to their communities of choice throughout their lifetime. ICI works with service providers, policymakers, educators, employers, advocacy organizations, researchers, families, community members, and individuals with disabilities around the world, building communities that are inclusive. ICI is a designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, part of a national network of similar programs in major universities and teaching hospitals across the country. The Institute is home to over 70 projects and six Affiliated Centers, addressing disability issues across the lifespan.
College Overview
The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) , the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.
Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Required Materials:
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [redacted] or call ([redacted].
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).
A full-time (100% FTE) position is open in the Institute on Community Integration (ICI) in the Community Living within Community Living and Employment and Educational Policy and Practice program areas. This position is designed to conduct currently funded and future research and evaluation on programs and services related to several project including: (1) the California Community Living Network's Person-centered Advocacy Vision & Education (PAVE) and Direct Support Professional University (DSPU) projects, (2) the Research and Training Center on Community Living (3) Special Olympics North America's Unified Champion School Longitudinal Evaluation Project (SONA-UCS) and the National Center for College Students with Disabilities (NCCSD). Research, evaluation, and development activities will include measurement development support and evaluation on a large-scale systems change demonstration home and community-based services project, development and piloting of a supported decision-making training program for transition-age youth with IDD, evaluation of the social emotional learning and self-determination outcomes associated with participation in high school level Unified Champion School programs, and both research synthesis and development of training modules designed for faculty and staff from Institutions of Higher Education to support the inclusion of students with disabilities in degree granting college and university programs. Successful applicants for this position will also be required to initiate development of their own lines of research with the goal of eventually attaining the status of principal investigator within the Institute on Community Integration.
Primary duties will involve leading and coordinating research projects and other evaluation and development activities (e.g. synthesis of existing research findings, research instrument design and development, data collection and management, data analysis and writing technical reports). The researcher in this position will need to possess the capacity to produce technically and methodologically sound manuscripts for peer-reviewed journal articles and author technical reports, book chapters, and other publications. The position will also require the ability to disseminate information on current and future studies and technical assistance programs state, regional, and national presentations. This position is one in which the researcher will be expected to assist with grant writing and develop new research opportunities by serving first in a Co-Principal Investigator (CoPI) role and later as a Principal Investigator capacity authoring new proposals, and seeking a variety of federal international, and state opportunities. In addition, preparing and overseeing on-going compliance with Institutional Review Board (IRB), Sponsored Project Administration, and External Sales Administration requirements (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA) are essential component of this position.
The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work-life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval prior to offer.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct Research (75%)
- Design, implement and manage research, training, and technical assistance projects.
- Direct and implement research projects that include both qualitative and quantitative data analysis methodologies.
- Engage in scholarship that will lead to reports and peer-reviewed journal articles, and that will provide useful information to policymakers, the federal government, states, and other stakeholders.
- Translate research findings into infographics, website materials, and related electronic means of scientific communications.
- Develop, monitor, and ensure proper compliance with standard operating procedures, data management systems, institutional review board, and related policy and procedures processes necessary for the relevant research, training, or technical assistance are followed for all research involving human subjects.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including external partners across the University, and with state, regional, and national stakeholders and partners.
- Independently develop, lead, and collaborate on new lines of research in relation to supporting the inclusion and full community participation (education, community living, employment) of children, youth, transition-aged youth, and adults with disabilities through assessment, evaluation, intervention, and other supportive means.
Research Development, Management, and Research to Practice Activities (25%)
- Manage projects independently, including the development and management of work plans, timelines, and budgets to meet project goals.
- Oversee data reporting to funding agencies, such as progress reports, and ad hoc reporting requests.
- Directly supervise the work of professional staff and students in relation to project duties.
- Author technical reports and peer-reviewed journal articles based on research.
- Lead and/or support the writing of grant proposals to ensure successful continuation of existing lines of research and the initiation of new project.
- Prepare and submit progress reports to federal and other funding agencies.
- Translate research to practice and disseminate to state and regional teams.
- Provide consultation, training, and outreach as part of research and evaluation efforts.
- Translate data gathered from teams to be used in evaluation research.
- Participate in ICI team meetings and events, as requested.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Advanced degree in special education, psychology, educational psychology, social work, or related field.
- A minimum of 2-years of post-degree experience in a position that entailed leading and/or coordinating a research and/or evaluation project.
- A publication record that includes a minimum of three articles and/or book chapters accepted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal
- Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds, abilities, and identities.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD in special education, psychology, educational psychology, social work, or related field.
- Three or more years of research experience with substantial research and publication record related to supporting children, youth, transition-aged youth, and/or adult with disabilities.
- Experience developing research and evaluation proposals that have been submitted to federal agencies
- Experience completing quantitative and qualitative data analyses for research projects that employ a variety of methodologies.
- Evidence of strong professional writing skills, including research reports, peer reviewed research articles, or other print and electronic publications
- A record of presentations at national and state conferences and professional meetings.
- Proficient in using and managing data systems, graphing data, and conducting data and statistical analysis using software packages.
- Experience in supervising staff and students to carry out activities associated with research and evaluation projects.
- Eligibility for Principal Investigator (PI) status within three years of hire.
- Experience in teaching and training students and community members.
About the Department
Department Overview
The Institute on Community Integration (ICI) at the University of Minnesota pushes the edge of inclusion through an intensive focus on policies and practices that affect children, youth, and adults with disabilities, and those receiving educational supports. ICI's collaborative research, training, and information-sharing ensure that people with disabilities are valued by, included in, and contribute to their communities of choice throughout their lifetime. ICI works with service providers, policymakers, educators, employers, advocacy organizations, researchers, families, community members, and individuals with disabilities around the world, building communities that are inclusive. ICI is a designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, part of a national network of similar programs in major universities and teaching hospitals across the country. The Institute is home to over 70 projects and six Affiliated Centers, addressing disability issues across the lifespan.
College Overview
The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) , the third largest college and the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice.
Benefits
Working at the University
At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.
The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefits.
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
Required Materials:
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Writing Sample
- Proof of highest degree transcript
This position will remain open until filled.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail [redacted] or call ([redacted].
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About the U of M
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).