Research Professional

Position: Research Professional 3
Position Information

Classification Title Research Professional AD FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00

Minimum Qualifications

Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications Position Summary

This individual will design and develop clearinghouses, data dashboards, conduct needs assessments and evaluations using qualitative or quantitative research methods. This individual will supervise and manage other researchers and students on the team and work collaboratively with their supervisors. They will collaborate with various other entities across the State to collect input, design, implement, and manage projects. The person in this position will work collaboratively with a variety of clients, data sources, and datasets.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* Strong background in designing and developing clearinghouses, data dashboards using data analytics and visualization.

* Background in criminal justice, behavioral health, opioids or related areas.

* Experience in working with databases, cleaning data, planning and executing data analysis and summarizing results.

* Experience building data visualizations and dashboards using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Qlik, and accessing a wide array of data sources.

* Proficient in Microsoft Power BI/Tableau development, including DAX functions, Power Query, Power Automate, and integration with other business systems to create impactful visualizations, reports, and dashboards.

* Skilled in SQL for creating custom tables, views, and scripts.

* Demonstrated training and/or experience in designing and conducting research, needs assessment, or program evaluation projects using qualitative and quantitative research methods, conducting literature reviews.

* Team-based experience in research or evaluation project design, completion goals, deliverables, and adhering to timelines.

* Strong data skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.

* Knowledge or experience in using programs such as Microsoft word, excel, access, Qualtrics, SPSS, NVivo, Canva or similar applications.

* Excellent project management skills, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team

Physical Demands

* Work for long periods on a computer.

* Driving as needed to perform job duties.

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care?

No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable.

Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

* Design and development of clearinghouses and dashboards using data analytics and visualization tools.

* Conducts program evaluations, needs assessments, and qualitative and/or quantitative research for multiple projects.

* Develops data collection measures (surveys, focus group protocols) and analyzes data using qualitative or quantitative research analysis methods including working with large databases, data cleaning, organizing and summarizing results by creating impactful reports, visualizations, and dashboards.

* Works collaboratively with a variety of clients, and with multiple data sources and datasets.

Percentage of time 50 Duties/Responsibilities

* Prepares Human Subjects proposals; engages in sample recruitment.

* Collaborates with various other entities across the State to collect input, design, implement, and manage projects.

* Arranges for and conducts interviews, focus groups and surveys related to data collection. This may involve statewide travel for site visits and technical support.

Percentage of time 25 Duties/Responsibilities

* Prepares reports and manuscripts, communicates findings to key stakeholders.

* Presents research or…