Position SummaryThe University Council for Educational Administration (UCEA), in partnership with the Educational Administration Department at the Michigan State University College of Education, seeks applicants for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate to join the UCEA Headquarters leadership team. The post-doctoral research associate supports UCEA and Headquarters in a variety of ways, including research design and implementation, organizational development, graduate student programming, and special events management. The successful candidate will work under the direction of Dr. Mónica Byrne-Jiménez, Executive Director of UCEA, to advance the goals of UCEA and refine their own research agenda. This is a two-year appointment with possible renewal for a third year, depending upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

　　Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Required DegreeDoctorate -Educational Leadership or related field

　　Minimum RequirementsEvidence of a research agenda focused on educational leadership, leadership development, and/or adult learningData organization and analysis skillsExperience with qualitative or quantitative analysis software (e.g., Qualtrics, NVivo, Dedoose, SPSS, STATA, Mplus, or R)Strong qualitative or quantitative research skills (e.g., program evaluation, critical methodologies, survey design)Ability to lead teams comprised of students and facultyOutstanding verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsStrong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projectsKnowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint and Word) and other internet-based toolsDesired QualificationsExperience with, and commitment to leadership for/with diversity, equity, and inclusionKnowledge of K12/higher education leadership, principal preparation program development/evaluation, or educational policyEvidence of strong research management and coordination experienceRequired Application MaterialsCandidate Profile online; attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, contact information for three professional references and academic writing sample.

　　Together-we-will StatementThe university is requiring all MSU students, faculty and staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 with limited exceptions. Learn more at: https://msu.edu/together-we-will/{target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"}

　　Special InstructionsApplication review will begin March 30 until filled. This is a two-year appointment with possible renewal for a third year, depending upon satisfactory performance and the availability of funding.

　　Review of Applications Begins On03/30/2023

　　Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

　　WebsiteHTTPS://EDUCATION.MSU.EDU/EAD/

　　MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting college