Program.Project Support Coordinator II

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity for a researcher interested in participating on an externally funded research project with Dr. Jerome Morris, the E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor of Urban Education. The researcher hired will join a team committed to impactful research in communities and schools that serve Black and other historically marginalized populations. For information about the research team, please visit our website: communallybonded.org

Job Description

• Responsible for assisting in qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis at research sites.
• Participate in community outreach activities that amplify the work of the research team.
• Conduct literature reviews.
• Collaborate in the development of proposals, posters, and papers for national research conferences and publications.
• Ability to work well with teams of people from diverse backgrounds and fields.
• Support various research and outreach projects affiliated with the Communally Bonded Education Research Project.

This position is part-time (20 hours/week). Continuation of the position is contingent upon available funding and successful completion, which will be assessed toward the end of each semester with potential renewal.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.

Shift

Hours varies

Salary

Pay commensurate with education and experience.
Hiring Range: $26.00 hourly
Grade: GGS-009
University Title: PROGRAM/PROJECT SUPPRT COOR II

Minimum Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ethnographic/qualitative data collection analysis and research.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interest in educational issues that affect Black and other historically marginalized populations, particularly research and policy matters.
• Ph.D. degree with fieldwork research experience.

Application Materials

Cover Letter and Resume should be uploaded with Application to the UMSL Job site: Http://umsl.jobs

Inclusive Excellence Statement

As one of the most culturally and ethnically diverse campuses in Missouri, UMSL is committed to maintaining a climate where all students, faculty, staff and visitors can explore their interests, refine their talents and flourish. Inclusive excellence is embedded in our strategic plan which focuses on actions to recruit and retain diverse students and employees and promote activities that encourage civil and constructive discourse, reasoned thought and sustained dialogue in an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America.

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