Research Scientist
(Faculty Appointment Possible)
The Center for Research and Reform in Education (CRRE) atthe School of Education, Johns Hopkins University, invites applications for the position of Research Scientist or Senior Research Scientist. The primary purpose of the position is to provide expertise in the design, execution, quantitative data analysis, and reporting of rigorous educational research and third-party evaluations.Themajor activity will entail selecting and implementing statistical analysis strategies and models for yielding evidence addressing associated research and evaluation questions for ongoing CRRE studies. A second major responsibility will be communicating with funders, federal monitors, key stakeholders, and school district personnel regarding evaluation design, data needs, analyses, and project timelines. A third key role will be disseminating results in domains such as journal publications, policy briefings, research forums, webinars, and school or foundation board meetings.A fourth role will be developing proposals and plans of work (particularly the “independent evaluation” sections) for federal andfoundation grants, and evaluation contracts with program developers, schools, school districts, and state agencies. The Research Scientist/Senior ResearchScientist will work with individual project managers and the CRRE Director to provide quality control over the studies, and directly supervise staff on selected projects. The candidate may wish to be involved in such activities as mentoring graduate students, part-time teaching of graduate courses, and faculty development on educational evaluation and research topics.
Requirements include a Ph.D. degree in education, psychology, or social sciences, with at least three years of experience in educational evaluation/research, and very strong quantitative skills. Prior experience as a researcher or practitioner in preK-12 educational settings is strongly desired. The preferred candidate will bring expertise in evaluation and research design and methodology; a high degree of familiarity with K-12 education policies and conditions; exceptional communication, organizational, and management skills; experience withand demonstrated expertise in quantitative analyses both for applied studies to inform practitioners of results and at sophisticated levels to meet standards ofthe What Works Clearinghouse and federal grants. Skills in reporting, with the ability to synthesize and interpret datafor diverse audiences, are also required.
To apply, submit a cover letter stating interest in the position and qualifications, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references to the Research Scientist Search Committee, c/o Connie Kinsley, at . Review of applications will begin immediately. The search will remain open until filled, with an anticipated close date of March 30, 2013 and a targeted start date in July, 2013.
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