(Senior) Research Specialist, Quantitative Methods - Buffett Institute
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
Applicants should note that the goals of the Institute are university-, state-, and nation-wide, but the location of the Institute administration is in Omaha. This position will work primarily out of the Omaha office.
Follow instructions to complete the Standard Application. Along with your application, attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Direct questions about the position to: humanresources@nebraska.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to: (402) 472-3701.
Follow instructions to complete the Standard Application. Along with your application, attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Direct questions about the position to: humanresources@nebraska.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to: (402) 472-3701.
The University of Nebraska is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Position Information
| Working Title | (Senior) Research Specialist, Quantitative Methods - Buffett Institute |
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| Job Description Summary | The research specialist will support existing and future research and evaluation efforts, and in this role will (1) contribute to the design and analysis of research and evaluation projects; (2) lead complex statistical analyses of research and evaluation projects, (3) identify, gather, and analyze external data sources to support Institute initiatives, (4) contribute to written and oral presentations for diverse audiences; and (5) contribute to writings and publications, including peer-reviewed manuscripts, reports, briefs, and contract/grant proposals. |
| Position Details | |
| Position Announcement | Click here for Position Announcement. |
| Qualifications | The classification of this position is dependent on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant. Applicants who meet the criteria for Senior Research Specialist will be appointed at that level.
RESEARCH SPECIALIST Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
SENIOR RESEARCH SPECIALIST Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
An equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities is acquired may be considered. The ideal candidate will have (1) experience conducting secondary data analyses, working with multiple data sources, such as state-, school-, and community-level data systems; (2) excellent analytical and quantitative skills with experience producing data visualizations (e.g., charts or maps), and knowledge of early childhood development and learning; (3) knowledge and passion for transforming the lives of young children; (4) proficient collaboration with university, public education, human service, and community partners in service of research and evaluation efforts; (5) attention to detail; (6) ability to work independently and collaboratively; (7) initiative and creativity in developing relationships and approaches to addressing complex issues; and (8) be an optimistic, positive, resilient, insightful, and performance-driven decision-maker, problem-solver, and consensus-builder. |
| Work Location | Omaha |
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| Pay Basis | Monthly |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes |
| Benefits Percentile | 1A 100% Ben (12mo) |
Posting Detail Information
| Posting Number | 2012582P |
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| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Open Date | 04/12/2023 |
| Close Date | |
| May Close at Any Time Open Until Filled | No |
| Review of Applications Date | 06/16/2023 |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Applicants should note that the goals of the Institute are university-, state-, and nation-wide, but the location of the Institute administration is in Omaha. This position will work primarily out of the Omaha office. Follow instructions to complete the Standard Application. Along with your application, attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Direct questions about the position to: humanresources@nebraska.edu. Direct questions about the online application process to: (402) 472-3701. The University of Nebraska is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Tell us about statistical software you have used.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe your familiarity with evidence-based practices and/or policies in early childhood areas.
(Open Ended Question)
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Tell us about the advanced coursework you have had in child development, early education, psychology or a related field.
(Open Ended Question)
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Describe your knowledge of rapid-cycle approaches for using data to inform improvement efforts.
(Open Ended Question)
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Tell us about your experience working with secondary data sets.
(Open Ended Question)
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Tell us about your experience working with mixed-methods approaches.
(Open Ended Question)
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Have you worked within the University of Nebraska system in the past 3 years?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Resume
- Other Document