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Apply for Job Job ID364538 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyResearch-Researchers Full/Part TimePart-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9742R5 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job Position Overview A 75% Researcher 5 position is open in the Institute on Community Integration (ICI) Community Living and Educational Policy and Practice programs. The position involves coordinating and supporting sponsored research on projects funded by the California Community Living Network, Special Olympics North America, U.S. Department of Education-Post-Secondary Education Program, and National Institute for Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR). The person filling this position will serve in the role of coordinating the day-to-day implementation of two to three research and evaluation projects. Research, evaluation, and development activities will include contributing to development and piloting of a supported decision-making training program for transition-age youth with IDD, evaluation of the social emotional learning and self-determination outcomes associated with participation in high school level Unified Champion School programs, and administration of national survey of Post-Secondary Education Disability Resource Centers. Successful applicants for this position will need to possess the multi-tasking skills needed to contribute to multiple projects and support the achievement of project goals and objectives in a timely manner. Tasks will include 1) contributing to research synthesis and scoping review activities through the use of Covidence to catalogue and assist with the analysis of research findings, 2) coordination of outreach to community agencies and schools for participation in projects, 3) participant recruitment, 4) overseeing data collection, 5) data management, and contributing to the authorship of technical reports, curricula, and articles of peer reviewed journals. The University of Minnesota encourages a healthy work life balance for employees. CEHD is committed to an excellent employee experience, offering a flexible work environment that meets the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the communities we serve. Flexible work arrangements may include flexibility in schedule and/or work location. Please note that 100% remote work requires approval prior to offer. Job Responsibilities Coordination of Project Activities (40%) Serve as a liaison between ICI and community partners for day-to-day project activities Task management: Oversee the progress of the project teams and help project staff accomplish tasks Communication: Keep project participants informed of the project's status and objectives, and work with PI and CoPIs to identify and remove barriers Reporting: Support PI and CoPI in generating reports about project to funding agencies Compliance: Monitor and ensure project compliance with IRB regulations and policies Risk Management: Identify potential risks that could affect the project's success and work with PIs and CoPIs to develop plans to reduce the chances of those risks occurring Recruitment (20%) Assist with recruitment of collaborating community, service provider organizations and schools/school districts to take part in project Coordinate recruitment of project participants including people/students with disabilities, parents, family members, provider staff Data collection and data management (20%) Build and manage relationships with research participants and project partners. Coordinate collection and management of qualitative or quantitative research data using project online survey data management systems Work with interviewers and data analyst to maintain integrity of data being collected Assist with preparation of data for analysis including organizing and securely storing research records, and reviewing incoming data for accuracy Evaluate data for completeness and accuracy based on established protocols and follow-up with data collection teams to clarify any questions staff may have related to the data itself or data analysis procedures. Monitor incoming data and produce monthly brief reports to PIs/CoPIs and PIs/Co-PIs that summarize samples and findings. Communicate with project partners and participants to resolve data issues and ensure data quality. Data reporting and dissemination (20%) Support the authorship or co-authorship of literature reviews, technical reports, peer reviewed journal articles, book chapters, and other academic products describing research findings for academic audiences. Prepare and proof tables, figures and graphs displaying research findings. Collaborate with the web development team to update data in online products as new data are released Assist with translation of research findings into knowledge translation products for policy makers, service providers, funding agency (e.g., brief reports of key findings and implications and other non-academic audiences (e.g., general public, people with disabilities, & family members Respond to technical assistance requests related to study findings from project participants, policy makers, practitioners, and people with disabilities family members Qualifications Required Qualifications Master's degree in social work, public health, psychology, special education, public policy, or related disciplines A minimum of one year of personal or professional experience in working on project focused on people with disabilities in human services, healthcare, or education Demonstrated commitment to advocating for an inclusive environment for all backgrounds, abilities, and identities. Preferred Qualifications Two or more years of personal or professional experience working on research and/or evaluation projects associated with supporting the community inclusion of people with disabilities Working knowledge of human services policies and regulations related to home and community-based/waivered services Experience with respect to both data collection (e.g., interviewing, administering surveys) and data management as they relate to supporting the inclusion of people with disabilities Strong professional writing skills as evidenced in published technical reports, peer reviewed journal articles, or other print or electronic products. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Previous work experience or academic background in federal, state or local governmental social service or policy agencies (e.g., public health department or a Protection and Advocacy organization). Effective communication skills and experience working collaboratively with internal and external colleagues. Experience with Covidence as used in conducting scoping reviews and research syntheses Experience with NVivo or another qualitative software analysis application. Demonstrated ability to use spreadsheets (e.g., Excel), presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint), word processing (e.g., Word), and online meeting (e.g., Zoom) software. About the Department Department Overview The Institute on Community Integration (ICI) at the University of Minnesota pushes the... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.