Rsch Pro 3-Cmty-Engaged Rsch - IGDI LAB I-SPEAK

Position Overview

We are seeking a junior researcher to join our IGDI Lab team on the I-SPEAK project. The researcher will be employed at .50 time (consistently 20 hours/week) to support work within the I-SPEAK work scope. This position lasts one year from the date of hire.

This project focuses on measuring preschool age children's skills and abilities through an interactive game-based storybook assessment. We are seeking someone with experience working with preschool age children, experience with educational assessment, and a background in an area such as Educational Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Science, Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences, Child Psychology (or related disciplines).

This position will be housed at the Education Sciences Building but supports a flexible schedule and work arrangement. Per UMN policy, work may be done remotely when appropriate and approved by your manager. All UMN employees are expected to follow applicable public health and safety procedures.

Job Responsibilities

Researcher (100%)

• Lead and support data collection efforts in a large scale national research study in educational psychology.
• Participate in data collection efforts locally and potentially at other national sites to support research objectives.
• Coordinate data collection in school settings, including communicating with teachers and supporting hourly data-collection employees.
• Contribute to project dissemination efforts including writing technical reports on research findings, creating instructional videos, and developing resource materials for educators.
• Enter data and run descriptive analyses to address research questions.
• Communicate with IGDI Lab staff and attend all meetings.
• Take notes at meetings and provide additional meeting support.
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Required

• BA/BS degree plus at least four years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and relevant work experience to equal at least eight years.
• Background in an area such as Educational Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Cognitive Science, Speech-Language and Hearing Sciences, Child Psychology or related disciplines
• Experience with data collection and research methods
• Experience working with young children
• Attention to detail and autonomous worker
• Organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
  

Preferred

• Experience with educational assessment
• Experience with technology and digital applications
• Desire to work with educators and young children
• Ability to collaborate effectively with people from a variety of communities, backgrounds, and identities.

Department Overview
The Department of Educational Psychology provides training in the cognitive, emotional, and social learning processes that underlie education and human development across the lifespan, including: the psychological foundations of education, quantitative methods in education, the practice and science of counseling psychology, school psychology, and special education. Faculty and students provide leadership and consultation to the state, nation, and international community. The department's scholarship and teaching enhance professional practice in schools and universities, community mental health agencies, business and industrial organizations, early childhood programs, and government agencies. https://www.cehd.umn.edu/edpsych

College Overview
The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD), the third largest college at the University, contributes to a just and sustainable future through engagement with the local and global communities to enhance human learning and development at all stages of the life span. We know diversity is necessary to do our best work and foster our humanity. That's why the CEHD community is collectively dedicated to cultivating an inclusive and equitable environment, embracing and celebrating all identities of our students, staff, and faculty. These values are also a moral imperative requiring continuous proactive measures and a firm stance against prejudice, discrimination, and systemic injustice. https://www.cehd.umn.edu/

Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $29.07 - $29.33. Final salary offers are dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity within the department.

Time Appointment Category: 50% Appointment

Position Type: Civil-Service Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume. The cover letter should detail interest in the position and background/experience relative to each of the required qualifications, as well as applicable preferred qualifications.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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