Survey Research Specialist

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Position Reports to: Director, Office of Research & Sponsored Projects (ORSP)

POSITION PURPOSE

The Survey Research Specialist provides professional expertise in the areas of facilitating, conducting, analyzing, writing, and editing scholarly work for submission of abstracts and papers for publication, specifically as it pertains to survey research.   The Survey Research Specialist is responsible for assisting with planning, developing, and/or consulting on academic surveys. Duties may include analysis and interpretation of survey data, determination of survey objectives, and/or suggestion of question wording.  The Survey Research Specialist works closely with ORSP personnel, faculty in various programs, and other university constituents. The Survey Research Specialist also collaborates with faculty or research advisors in assisting and motivating students in all graduate programs toward publication of their research. The Survey Research Specialist will be a faculty member with academic rank commensurate with experience and expertise.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Research Initiatives

• abstract for platform submission at conferences
• abstract for poster submission at conferences
• publication submissions from dissertations
• monitor submissions and work with students on revisions if needed

2. Other Requirements

1. Teach, as appropriate, in area(s) of expertise as directed by the supervisor or EVPAAP
2. Participate in continuing education activities related to teaching responsibilities
3. Assume other duties as assigned

POSITION COMPETENCIES

• Communication
• Development of Self
• Job Knowledge/Skill Application
• Champions Innovation
• Drives for Results
• Collaboration
• Integrity
• Critical Thinking
• Initiative
• Student/Customer-Centeredness
• Develops & Inspires Others
• Develops Strategic Perspective
• Financial Accountability

WORKING REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS

Education/Certification:

Terminal Doctoral Degree (PhD, EdD, DSc) in related field

Required Knowledge:

Should have exceptional communication skills, and an in-depth understanding of higher education.

Experience Required:

Previous experience working in areas related to this position. Extensive experience in survey research.

Skills/Abilities:

Strong interpersonal skills. Demonstrated administrative experience. Strong commitment to academic excellence and an ability to work with diverse constituencies

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION

Finger dexterity:

Using primarily just the fingers to make small movements such as typing, picking up small objects, or pinching fingers together

Talking:

Especially where one must convey detailed or important instructions or ideas accurately, loudly, or quickly

Average Hearing:

Able to hear average or normal conversations and receive ordinary information

Average Visual Abilities:

Average, ordinary visual acuity necessary to prepare or inspect documents or products, or operate machinery

Physical Strength:

Sedentary work. Sitting most of the time. Exerts up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally (Almost all office jobs)

None:

No hazardous or significantly unpleasant conditions (Such as in a typical office)

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to deal with a variety of variables under only limited standardization

Able to interpret various instructions

Mathematics Ability:

Ability to perform basic math skills, use decimals to compute ratios and percentages, and draw and interpret graphs

Language Ability:

Ability to read a variety of books, magazines, instruction manuals, atlases, and encyclopedias; Ability to prepare memos, reports, and essays using proper punctuation, spelling, and grammar 

Ability to communicate distinctly with appropriate pauses and emphasis; correct pronunciation (or sign equivalent); and variation in word order using present, perfect, and future tenses

INTENT AND FUNCTION OF JOB DESCRIPTIONS

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All descriptions have been reviewed to ensure that only essential functions and basic duties have been included. Peripheral tasks, only incidentally related to each position, have been excluded. Requirements, skills, and abilities included have been determined to be the minimal standards required to successfully perform the positions. In no instance, however, should the duties, responsibilities, and requirements delineated be interpreted as all-inclusive. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the organization.

Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. RMUoHP maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Rocky Mountain University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT

RMU understands the importance of being inclusive as it is one of the University’s Core Values. By honoring our differences and similarities, we strengthen institutional and community connections. For these reasons, the University is especially interested in and strongly encourages qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity of our academic community to apply.