Researcher - Academic jobs in the United States
Researcher - Academic carries out research/development activities. Makes detailed observations, analyzes data, and interprets results. Being a Researcher - Academic compiles results and prepares technical reports and documentation of outcomes. Develops research or policy papers, studies, and reports by conducting research in specific areas. Additionally, Researcher - Academic requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The Researcher - Academic works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. To be a Researcher - Academic typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Academic Researcher
- ASU Career Services
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Arizona, AZ
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
EdPlus at ASU at ASU is a dynamic unit of Arizona State University focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education. We advance the economic, social, cultural, and overall health of the local, national, and international communities served by ASU. Want to know more about working at EdPlus? Click here!
Action Lab, EdPlus at Arizona State University (ASU) is seeking an Academic Researcher to join our dynamic, interdisciplinary research team. The Action Lab team drives continuous improvement in online, hybrid, and emerging
modes of teaching and learning in higher education through rigorous scholarly research. Action Lab is a
learning laboratory inside EdPlus that creates functional data flows and scholarly research reports to
support operational strategy across the ASU Enterprise. With an emphasis on online learning, Action Lab
provides tailored data services and co-informed analyses to support student success from initial interest
through graduation. Action Lab works on transformational projects to increase the scale of learning
through rigorous scholarly research committed to improving equity, inclusivity, and the quality of
education for learners everywhere.
Our research is action and operationally-oriented; supporting and coordinating with university
stakeholders to improve student learning, motivation, and persistence, and increase equity across the
university. As an integral member of the EdPlus Action Lab, this Action Lab Researcher will collect and
analyze qualitative data that informs evidence-based instructional practices, pedagogy, engagement, and
educational technology. Specifically, this role will support new and ongoing qualitative research on ASU’s
partnership with Dreamscape Learn that implements virtual reality for education. This role will
collaborate on research investigations to enhance tactical and strategic decision-making, improve
instruction, ensure quality courses, promote student success, and increase equity in representation and
achievement for a wide variety of diverse populations.
The ideal candidate will bring strong skills in qualitative data collection and analysis; knowledge of
research methodology in an education setting; a passion for improving and equalizing student learning
and success across all demographic groups; and is eager to participate in opportunities for professional
growth including team dynamics, presentation, research methods, and storytelling.
Essential Duties:- Performs literature reviews to inform research design on a wide variety of projects.
- Participates in research design and drafts Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols governing research projects.
- Collects qualitative data through interviews, focus groups, observations, text, and others.
- Cleans qualitative data for further analysis using QDA software.
- Collaborates and works with multiple stakeholders and groups across the University to conduct and oversee qualitative research to inform evidence-based instructional practices, pedagogy, engagement, and technology.
- Collaborates on research investigations to enhance tactical and strategic decision-making, improve instruction, ensure quality courses, promote student success, and increase equity in representation and achievement for a wide variety of diverse populations.
- Communicates with internal and external constituencies to obtain necessary information.
- Prepares and presents research findings to various audiences on research results.
- Supervises, monitors, or coordinates the activities of research-focused student workers.
- Seeks, evaluates, and assists in implementing new and emerging technologies that have potential value for both research purposes and online teaching/learning.
- Conducts and assists with the development of long- and short-range goals that influence tactical and strategic decision-making, improve instruction, ensure quality courses, and promote student success.
- Organizes, and follows through with best our team practices of organizational structure for managing a high volume of research files.
- Ability to track, manage, and prioritize daily, weekly, and monthly tasks. Assumes or coordinates other duties or projects as assigned or directed.
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 PhD preferred, preferably in the social sciences or a related discipline; will consider ABD graduating end of calendar 2024.
- Evidence of skills in qualitative data collection and analysis
- Experience working with Institutional Review Board (IRB) protocols
- Experience in education research and practice
- Experience in virtual reality research
- Experience/strong interest in research that advances inclusive excellence
- Ability to translate research findings into general audience language and willingness to refine writing to meet the need for seamless clear communication
- Evidence of effective communication and collaboration skills
- Experience with QDA software such as ATLAS.ti
- Experience with Slack, Monday, Qualtrics, Miro, and Google Workspace
- Healthcare
- Financial Security
- Retirement
- Family Resources
- Tuition Reduction (Eligible ASU Employee, their dependents and spouse.)
- Discounts
Research & Laboratory
Department Name
EdPlus Action Lab
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
VP Code
EdPlus at ASU
Scope of Search
Open
Grant Funded Position
This is not a grant funded position and is not contingent on future grant funding.
Salary Range
$65,000 - $70,000 per year; DOE
Close Date
11-June-2024
Category
02
Essential Duties
Please see above.
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
Please see above.
Working Environment
EdPlus at ASU is located at SkySong, the ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center. The center houses a diverse business community that links technology, research, education, and entrepreneurship to position ASU and Greater Phoenix as global leaders in the knowledge economy.
Activities are primarily performed in a regular, climate-controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting or standing. Daily use of desktop or laptop computer is required. Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential duties. Regular review of completed tasks.
EdPlus at ASU supports flexible work options, ranging from alternate work schedules to hybrid remote work schedules, subject to approvals per ASU policy. (This is not a fully remote position.)
Department Statement
EdPlus defines itself through a culture of curiosity, risk-taking and refusing to accept the status quo. As a central enterprise unit for ASU focused on the design and scalable delivery of digital teaching and learning models to increase student success and reduce barriers to achievement in higher education, our commitments support the university charter. ASU is a national service university and aspires to accelerate positive social outcomes through the seamless integration of cutting-edge technological innovation and scalability.
EdPlus employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to be their unique selves. We know that our ability to deliver high-quality services and educational experiences is strengthened by our culture of inclusion and through the diversity of our employees. Our innovative approach drives outcomes through serving learners, achieving milestones, striving for excellence, solving problems, embracing urgency, and being bold.
EdPlus at ASU
ASU Statement
Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 100,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.
ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit https://wellness.asu.edu/explore-wellness/body/alcohol-and-drugs/tobacco
Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
Notice of Availability of the ASU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
In compliance with federal law, ASU prepares an annual report on campus security and fire safety programs and resources. ASU’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at https://www.asu.edu/police/PDFs/ASU-Clery-Report.pdf. You may request a hard copy of the report by contacting the ASU PD at 480-965-3456.
Relocation Assistance – For information about schools, housing child resources, neighborhoods, hospitals, community events, and taxes, visit https://cfo.asu.edu/az-resources.
Employment Verification Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.
Background Check Statement
ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.
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 and cover letter 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.
Applicant must be eligible to work in the United States; EdPlus at ASU will not be a sponsor 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. - Just Posted
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