Research Analyst

103435BR

Campus: Tempe

Research Analyst

Job Description

The T. Denny Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics (SSFD) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking a motivated full-time Research Analyst to work closely and collaboratively with research faculty, research teams, external community partners, and other stakeholders to analyze, organize and execute evaluation projects for our external partner the Arizona Department of Education. The research analyst will identify, conduct, and support analyses for projects and coordinate efforts to ensure the on-time delivery of project outcomes following the expectations of key stakeholders. The research analyst will report to the Senior Project Manager. The T. Denny Sanford School of Social and Family Dynamics (SSFD) in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking a motivated full-time Research Analyst to work closely and collaboratively with research faculty, research teams, external community partners, and other stakeholders to analyze, organize and execute evaluation projects for our external partner the Arizona Department of Education. The research analyst will identify, conduct, and support analyses for projects and coordinate efforts to ensure the on-time delivery of project outcomes following the expectations of key stakeholders. The research analyst will report to the Senior Project Manager.

Job Family

Research & Laboratory

Department Name

The Sanford School

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full-Time

VP Code

EXEC VP/PROVOST

Scope of Search

Open

Grant Funded Position

This is a grant funded position. Continuation is contingent on future grant funding.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $70,000 per year; DOE

Close Date

21-August-2024

Category

02

Essential Duties

Administrative

• Prepares and maintains project status reports and schedules; tracks milestones/deliverables, critical paths, and dependencies; re-sets expectations as needed in consideration of project progress/outcomes.
• Coordinates and facilitates daily evaluation activities with partners and stakeholders.
• Assists research faculty and research staff with protocol submission for compliance review (e.g., IRB, Data Sharing Agreements)
• Organizes tasks, responsibilities, and outcomes, documents activities, and tracks progress.
• Responds to all inquiries regarding project status; prepare and respond to all regulatory reporting/filings to ensure compliance.
• Provides mentorship to other staff members, students, and collaborators.
• Assists in grant development.
• Professionally represents ASU and projects during on-site and meetings.
• Develops and maintains a cooperative and collaborative working relationship among team members.
• Works with faculty, staff, and student communities to advance the principles of the ASU Charter.

• Prepares post-project reports and summaries/filings to ensure timely dissemination of information to all interested parties.
• Compiles, analyzes, and summarizes data. Creates and maintains databases utilizing various computer programming languages or user-oriented software (e.g., SPSS, REDCap).
• Writes technical reports and presentations clearly and concisely, using graphical tools as needed to represent data.
• Prepares administrative reports, and data briefs to help with dissemination efforts.
• Utilizes various computer applications, including Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Assists in data analyses and dissemination of results (e.g., manuscript preparation, conferences, data briefs, and presentations

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a related field AND three years of experience in research, information analysis or program evaluation; OR, Master's degree in a related field AND one year of experience in research, information analysis or program evaluation; OR, Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.

Desired Qualifications

• Evidence of a Master’s degree in a related field with research design, program evaluation, data analysis, and social science research methodologies and statistics.
• Experience in coordinating/managing projects and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Experience in using word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations, email, and statistical software.
• Experience in analyzing and summarizing quantitative and qualitative data in narrative and graphic/tabular formats.
• Experience in delivering presentations, workshops, instruction, and/or training in a professional setting.
• Experience in designing, developing, coordinating, and evaluating programs.
• Experience in research design including data collection, analysis, and development of recommendations and/or alternative solutions.
• Experience in communicating complex information effectively (written/verbal form) to a variety of audiences.
• Experience in working collaboratively with individuals at multiple levels, in diverse roles, and with diverse perspectives and facilitating research partnerships.
• Demonstrated knowledge of basic project management.
• Demonstrated knowledge of grant writing and grant application procedures

Working Environment

• Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended period of standing/sitting for varying lengths of time and travel moderate distances to perform work.
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously and autonomously with a dynamic team of professionals.
• Exercises judgement within generally designed practices and policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• Visual acuity and manual dexterity associated with daily use of desktop computer.
• Bending, stooping, reaching and lifting up to 20 pounds.
• Communicate to perform essential functions of the job.
• Work both independently or within a complex structured team.
• Regular review of completed tasks.

Department Statement

The School of Social and Family Dynamics is an academic unit within The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences; which is the largest college at ASU and is organized in a divisional structure comprised of humanities, natural sciences and social sciences. The atmosphere is collegial, priorities are fluid and demands for assistance come from many directions. Our school offers a variety of degree programs in Family and Human Development and Sociology. Our faculty are at the cutting edge of their fields and are devoted to finding solutions to today's most difficult and important problems. The work of the school, however, is not focused entirely on problems. We address the positive outcomes associated with development, families and social institutions. Understanding individual, family and social strengths and resilience is critical to promoting and improving well-being and health. For more information on the Sanford School, please visit our website at https://thesanfordschool.asu.edu.

ASU Statement

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Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.