[ES_JOBS_NET] Job Posting / Quantitative Research Methodologist - Teaching and Research Support

[Kiho Kim]

Quantitative Research Methodologist - Teaching and Research Support
American University
Washington DC

To Apply:
https://careers.american.edu/Staff/job/Washington-QuantitativeComputational-Research-Methodologist-%2814653%29-DC-20016/505127500/

The Quantitative/Computational Research Methodologist supports skills initiatives for the Center for Teaching, Research & Learning (CTRL). This position aligns with CTRL’s mission of inspiring, mentoring, and celebrating faculty by facilitating the application of advanced quantitative and computational approaches in teaching, research & learning. Responsibilities include providing one-on-one consultations and workshops, researching and promoting emerging pedagogical innovations, and administering the university’s quantitative research software packages.

Required Education & Experience
• Master’s degree (Phd preferred) in a quantitative, research-intensive field or equivalent in education, training, and experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in statistics or in quantitative research methodology concepts, practices, and procedures
• At least two years’ work experience in higher education working with faculty
• Knowledge of current developments in research methodology and data science.
• Experience with high-performance computing including multi-core parallel/distributed data processing.
• Expertise in at least three of the following software packages: SAS, MATLAB, Python, R,  Stata, or EViews. It is expected that other quantitative research application software packages will be mastered while serving in the position
• Ability to analyze and interpret data based on established statistical methods for presentation to a broad audience.
• Knowledge of current developments in higher education pedagogy
• Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively
• Flexibility in reordering project priorities as needed
• Excellent research, organizational, interpersonal, and oral/written English skills
• Demonstrated creativity, initiative, and strong work ethics

Preferred Education and Experience
• Familiarity with computer systems and tools, such as learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard), content management systems, web editing, learning and collaboration tools available through Google and/or other online companies, and productivity tools such as Adobe Creative Suite
• At least one year’s experience working directly with faculty in conceptualizing, and designing discipline-specific training in teaching, research or learning



Kiho Kim
Executive Director, Center for Teaching, Research & Learning<http://www.american.edu/ctrl>
Hurst Hall 212  |  202-885-2181

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