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　　Position Details

　　Position Details

　　Job Title Research and Evaluation Associate

　　Position Number 8102507

　　Job Category University Staff

　　Job Type Full-Time

　　FLSA Status Exempt

　　Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

　　Department Name INSTITUTE FOR RACIAL JUSTICE

　　Location Code INSTITUTE FOR RACIAL JUSTICE

　　Is this split and/or fully grant funded? No

　　Duties and Responsibilities

　　General Duties and Responsibilities

　　● Develop and oversee research, program evaluation, and development activities

　　● Work closely with the Founding Dean and the Associate Director of Research and Evaluation to conceptualize, design, lead, and support the implementation of research studies that generate evidence and align with IRJ’s Logic Model

　　● Work closely with the Associate Director of Research and Evaluation to define, refine, and implement key strategies across projects in the service of advancing IRJ annual goals, strategic plan, and operational excellence

　　● Demonstrate commitments to rigorous, ethical, responsible, and consistent research practices across all IRJ projects

　　● Collaborate with team members to publish in peer-reviewed journals and other non-academic outlets (e.g., blog posts, policy briefs, etc.) and present at key convenings

　　● Provide strategic and technical support to other projects’ research activities

　　● Assists in managing other administrative activities associated with research projects including personnel training and supervision, IRB submissions and adherence to applicable regulations or stipulations

　　● Assists in developing and submitting grant proposals, and advises Principal Investigator of changes in reporting requirements.

　　● Communicate effectively with program faculty, staff, students, community partners, and other key stakeholders

　　● Contribute to other IRJ work strands and functional teams as needed (e.g., e.g., offering feedback on program development)

　　Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

　　A Ph.D. in related field. Two years of related professional experience.

　　Qualifications

　　● Doctorate Degree required.

　　● Assessment and evaluation: Ability to design and lead research evaluation projects.

　　● Data Analysis: ability to collect and analyze data that will inform research projects and be reported to outside funders.

　　● Communication/Clarity: ability to develop a deep understanding of IRJ’s mission and projects, and to communicate this with research partners, funders, and faculty. Able to present data that enables clear understanding of interests and options for improved decision making.

　　Strong project management background and skills

　　Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

　　N/A

　　Computer Skills

　　Demonstrable mastery of technical tools designed to assist with research and data collection, including but not limited to Excel, Qualtrics, Microsoft Teams, Qualitative coding software (e.g. Dedoose, MaxQDA, NVivo)

　　Supervisory Responsibilities No

　　Required operation of university owned vehicles No

　　Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No

　　Physical Demands None

　　Working Conditions None

　　Open Date 01/11/2024

　　Close Date

　　Special Instructions to Applicants

　　Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

　　As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://www.luc.edu/diversityandinclusion/) . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits (https://cld.bz/c/sy7N6a?utm_medium=email&utm_source=transactional&utm_campaign=CldBz-Share-Collection) centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

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