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Job Opportunity: GRAD Partnership Research Associate:Rice UniversityJob description:GRAD Partnership Research AssociateBookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this JobPlease see Special Instructions for more details.candidates must complete an online profile and submit a current CV or CV, letter of interest, and provide three references in the PeopleAdmin application portal in order to be considered for this position.candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Posting DetailsPosition InformationJob Title GRAD Partnership Research Associate Position Number TN0281-GRAD PRA Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH College of Education Department Homepage https://www.education.ecu.edu/ Advertising Department COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Research Associate Working Title Research Associate Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) .50 Full Time or Part Time Part Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. income offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC income administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $35,000-$39,000 Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research Primary Function of Organizational Unit The Rural Education Institute (REI) will partner with the Rural Schools Collaborative and Johns Hopkins University to establish systems, structures, know-how, and knowledge needed to move the scaling of high-quality student success systems from organic to systematic. This is a national project. REI will serve as an intermediary for the Southeast for this year-long phase of the GRAD Partnership. Job tasks The GRAD Partnership Research Associate will work with REI staff and P-12 partners to support the academic progress, college and career transitions, and well-being of students at 10 rural high schools in Eastern North Carolina via the GRAD Partnership system for advancing student success. The major responsibilities of the GRAD Partnership Research Associate position will be to build/enhance partnerships with rural high schools, facilitate professional learning for high school staff, and provide technical assistance for partnering high schools. The GRAD Partnership Research Associate should be well-versed in college and career readiness activities in P-12 settings, research-practice partnerships, communities of practice, project leadership abilities, and partnership development. Training in the specifics of the GRAD Partnership model will be provided. The GRAD Partnership Research Associate should be a leader and critical thinker who appreciates rural contexts and can work independently and function effectively within school-located and community-located teams. Travel for on-site collaboration with partner schools is required. Direct Support to Partner Schools (80%)- This position is responsible for supporting REI's recruitment of participating partner rural high schools, establishing MOUs/data sharing agreements with partner schools/school districts, conducting asset mapping/needs assessments, and developing and implementing student success systems to promote college and career readiness. The position will leverage considerable independent decision making to advance the goals of the GRAD Partnership initiative, ensure timelines are met, and manage program resources. The position will facilitate professional learning for staff in partner schools and provide technical assistance to partner schools in their implementation of student success systems. Example activities may include leading workshops for school counselors/other staff, troubleshooting implementation challenges, proposing solutions to challenges, monitoring budgets, and developing interim status reports. Participation in GRAD Partnership Community of Practice (15%) - The position is responsible for participating in the GRAD Partnership Community of Practice led by Johns Hopkins University and the Rural Schools Collaborative, which includes meeting regularly with the national network of GRAD Partnership sites to share practices/results and to lgain with and from others. Collaboration and Relationship Development (5%) - The position is responsible for working with partner schools and districts in ways that reflect and reinforce the broader REI model of research-practice partnerships. Specifics of that model include asset-located approaches, building and maintaining sustainable long-term relationships, and bidirectional communication. Contingent upon availcapability of funding. Minimum Education/practice This position requires knowledge of K-12 schools, community and family engagement. Strong interpersonal expertise are necessary including networking with K-12 setting (students, families, and administrators), community members, collaborating with university grant partners, and university grant team members. Additional qualifications include: » Master's degree in education or a related discipline » At least 3 years of work practice within education, healthcare, or social services sectors. » practice working in rural K-12 related settings » Demonstrated project coordination expertise » Proven capability to build, support, and manage a team towards high-yield goals. License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation None Preferred practice, expertise, Training/Education » At least 5 years of work practice in educational settings; preferably practice in school counseling, teaching, or education leadership abilities. » Capacity to build and sustain networks and to collaborate across systems. » practice and interest in grant management. » Commitment to create and utilize data in making strategic decisions » High level of integrity, resourcefulness, and optimism. » capability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. » Computer expertise; familiarity with a full range of basic software (Office 365); Familiarity with social media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.) as well as webpage development. » Excellent organizational, management, and technical expertise License or Certification Required by the Department Special Instructions to Applicant candidates must complete an online profile and submit a current CV or CV, letter of interest, and provide three references in the PeopleAdmin application portal in order to be considered for this position. candidates must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Additional Instructions to Applicant In order to be considered for this position, candidates must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, candidates that possess the preferred education and practice must also possess the minimum education/practice, if applicable. Job Open Date 06/21/2024 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 06/28/2024 Rank Level Not Applicable Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/71961 AA/EOE East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified candidates from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a discapability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, discapability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or E-Mail: ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu. Eligibility for Employment Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. Office of Human Resources Contact Information If you practice any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, Contact Us by the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST. Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).» * What is the highest level of education attained? » GED » High School Diploma » Associates Degree » Bachelors Degree » Masters Degree » ABD » PHD » EDD » * Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment? » Yes » No » * Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy. » Chronicle of Higher Education » CareerBuilder » Greenville everyday Reflector » Raleigh News & Observer » InsightIntoDiversity.com » HigherEdJobs.com » InsideHigherEd.com » Monster.com » Indeed » ECU Website » Other Documents Needed To ApplyRequired Documents» Curriculum Vitae/Resume » Cover Letter » List of ReferencesOptional Documents » Transcripts Skills:
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