The University of Georgia
Location
Athens, GA | United States
Job description
Posting Number:
G/R23791P
Working Title:Postdoctoral Research Associate - Evaluation and Statistical Methods
Department:CAES-OLOD
About the University of Georgia:Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.
Employment Type:Employee
Advertised Salary:Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date:01/01/2024
Posting Date:11/06/2023
Open Until Filled:Yes
Location of Vacancy:Athens Area
EOO Statement:The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ([email protected]).
Duties/Responsibilities:Scholarship and grants
Percentage of time:25
Duties/Responsibilities:Evaluation development and training
Percentage of time:40
Duties/Responsibilities:Statistical Analysis
Percentage of time:35
Classification Title:Post-Doctoral Associate AD
FLSA:Exempt
FTE:1.00
Position Summary:We are searching for a Post-Doc to work under the Extension Evaluation Specialist in the Office of Learning and Organizational Development. The Post-Doc will assist in the research and evaluation projects for Extension. This will include:
- Development of new common measures common measures for Extension Evaluation- Identify rigorous methods for documenting the economic impact of Extension programming- Statistical analysis of program data, which may include Structural Equation Modeling, HLM and other methods. This may require the integration of multiple data sets for analysis.- Assist in the development of training programs for field faculty on evaluation methods- Participate in grant applications which support the mission of Cooperative Extension- Create original scholarly work, including journal articles, Extension publications, and others, sharing the impact of Cooperative Extension- Present evaluation findings to internal and external stakeholders, including at conferences, production meetings, internal leadership meetings and others- Expert in SPSS, R and/or SAS statistical programs Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position:Doctorate or Dissertation accepted by their committee
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies :Knowledge of evaluation, statistical analysis, economic impact and community based research.. Preferred knowledge of Extension.
Is this a Position of Trust?:No
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? :No
Does this position require a P-Card? :No
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? :No
Is driving a requirement of this position?:No
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?:No
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications):No
Contact Details:For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name:Virginia Brown
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