Monday, September 17, 2012

Lead Educational Researcher, CSU East Bay Foundation

Position Title:  Lead Educational Researcher, IMSS

**IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK TO APPLY:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1930511


The CSU East Bay Foundation is located in the East Bay Hills overlooking the San Francisco Bay. The Foundation is a non-profit agency founded to support the University. Established in 1959, the Foundation has seen continual growth in staff to support the growing number of grants and contracts awarded.

The California State University East Bay seeks applications for the position of a researcher to support research in Years 3-5 of a five-year $12 million National Science Foundation grant.  This is a 50%, 3-year grant-funded position.  The project is developing and studying a comprehensive teacher professional development model to transform science teaching and learning in under-performing middle schools serving predominately low-income, underrepresented minority students.  It focuses on several areas of research including lesson study, science professional development and its impact on student achievement, and development of partnerships between K-12 educational institutions and institutions of higher education to sustain this effort beyond the term of the grant.

The position will primarily focus on leading and directing research components. The candidate will be part of a team of researchers, faculty, and teachers that comprise the San Francisco Bay Integrated Middle School Science Partnership, an initiative supported by the National Science Foundation’s Math and Science Partnership Program.

•       Part-time (20 hrs/wk), non-exempt, benefited
•       Salary Range: $44,500 - 57,000  (Salary based on 50% timebase)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Leading, directing and assisting research team with research components including:

•       Coordinating/directing research components/deliverables
•       Mentoring less experienced researchers on research team and assisting team in research and publication deliverables
•       Attend research and research-related meetings and conferences
•       Development of partnerships between K-12 educational institutions and institutions of higher education
•       Maintain accurate records of research findings and the analysis of results

Minimum Qualifications:

Research and publication record in education research, especially quantitative and mixed-methods research.

•       Ph.D. or Ed.D. in science, science education, educational leadership or a closely related field
•       Strong research and publication record in educational research
•       Expertise in quantitative and mixed methods research
•       Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work with faculty, K-12 teachers, administrators, and students are essential.
•       Flexible, reliable and organized.
•       Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•       Must be able to work independently as well as be collaborative and participate cooperatively in close-knit research team.
•       Must have reliable transportation and the ability to travel to different school districts throughout the day

Education or Training Equivalent To:
Ph.D. or Ed.D. in science, science education, educational leadership or a closely related field

Work Experience:
Experience and knowledge of K12 science and/or education.


Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Preference will be given to applicants who have a record of successful research and publication experience, have evidence of collaborating well as part of a team, and expertise in quantitative and mixed methods research.

Physical Requirements:

•       Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
•       Must be able to lift 10 lbs.
•       Visual acuity associated with concentrated computer use.


**IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK TO APPLY:
https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1930511

Position is open until filled, however to be guaranteed consideration all application materials must be received by September 21, 2012.

CSUEB Foundation is a committed Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, disabled and veterans are encouraged to apply. Foundation job positions are non-state positions. Proof of authorization to work in the United States and proof of identity will be required immediately upon employment.