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Research Analyst, NV Institute for Children's Research and Policy
| Institution: | University of Nevada Las Vegas |
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| Location: | Las Vegas, NV |
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| Posted: | 07/16/2010 |
| Application Due: | Open Until Filled |
| Type: | Full Time |
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for RESEARCH ANALYST, NV INSTITUTE FOR
CHILDREN'S RESEARCH AND POLICY.
PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 28,000 students and 3,300 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu.
ROLE of the POSITION
The Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting and coordinating research activities within the scope of the NV Institute for Children's Research and Policy. Duties will include design, implementation, collection and management of research and data; data cleaning, qualitative and quantitative analysis; grant development; literature reviews; writing reports and publications; oral presentations; collaboration with community partners. The particular duties of this position are dependent upon grants and/or contracts awarded.
QUALIFICATIONS
Research Analyst: Minimum of a Master's degree in a related social science with an emphasis on research methods/statistics courses. Additionally, the candidate should have at least two years of related experience conducting social science research, preferably on children's issues. The candidate should have the ability to coordinate and conduct social science and evaluation research; knowledge of research methods, database development, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and human subjects; excellent computer skills in word processing and data management; proficient in SPSS; and excellent oral and written communication skills. Publications in a related field are helpful, but not required. The candidate should have an understanding of data warehousing and experience working with large datasets.
SALARY RANGE
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The review of materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to Denise Tanata Ashby, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Martens at (702) 895-2894 or hrsearch@unlv.edu.
PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
UNLV is a comprehensive research university of approximately 28,000 students and 3,300 faculty and staff dedicated to teaching, research, and service. The university has internationally recognized programs in hotel administration and creative writing; professional degrees in law, architecture, and dental medicine; and leading programs in fine arts, sciences and education. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in dynamic Southern Nevada. For more information, visit us on-line at: http://www.unlv.edu.
ROLE of the POSITION
The Research Analyst will be responsible for conducting and coordinating research activities within the scope of the NV Institute for Children's Research and Policy. Duties will include design, implementation, collection and management of research and data; data cleaning, qualitative and quantitative analysis; grant development; literature reviews; writing reports and publications; oral presentations; collaboration with community partners. The particular duties of this position are dependent upon grants and/or contracts awarded.
QUALIFICATIONS
Research Analyst: Minimum of a Master's degree in a related social science with an emphasis on research methods/statistics courses. Additionally, the candidate should have at least two years of related experience conducting social science research, preferably on children's issues. The candidate should have the ability to coordinate and conduct social science and evaluation research; knowledge of research methods, database development, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, and human subjects; excellent computer skills in word processing and data management; proficient in SPSS; and excellent oral and written communication skills. Publications in a related field are helpful, but not required. The candidate should have an understanding of data warehousing and experience working with large datasets.
SALARY RANGE
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions. Position is contingent upon funding.
APPLICATION DETAILS
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The review of materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Materials should be addressed to Denise Tanata Ashby, Search Committee Chair, and are to be submitted via on-line application at https://hrsearch.unlv.edu. For assistance with UNLV's on-line applicant portal, contact Jen Martens at (702) 895-2894 or hrsearch@unlv.edu.
Application Information
| Contact: | University of Nevada Las Vegas |
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| Online App. Form: | https://hrsearch.unlv.edu |
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