Research and Evaluation Methodology Post-Doctoral Scholar

Research and Evaluation Methodology Post-Doctoral Scholar

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Work type: Post Doc Associate

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Education/Training/Instructional Design, Physical/Mathematical Sciences

Department:  - ED-SHDOSE-SCHL OF HUM DEV&ORG

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Post-Doctoral Associate

Job Description: The Research and Evaluation Methodology Program at the University of Florida invites applications for two Postdoctoral Scholar positions. The Postdoctoral Scholars will work with Dr. Wei Li on developing methods and tools for the design and analysis of longitudinal experimental and quasi-experimental studies, conducting Monte Carlo simulations, cleaning and analyzing longitudinal data, presenting findings at academic conferences, and drafting academic papers.

Expertise in designing and analyzing longitudinal studies using multilevel modeling, DID or CITS design, and experience with statistical software like Stata or R for simulations and package development are required. Candidates with expertise in econometrics, causal inference, experimental and quasi-experimental design and analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, and missing data are also encouraged.

A qualified candidate must hold a doctoral degree (or have completed all requirements for a doctorate) in quantitative research methods, statistics, or a closely related field.

Positions: 12‑month, funded through an NSF CAREER project. Appointment is yearly with potential renewal based on research needs and satisfactory performance.

Compensation:
Commensurate with experience and expertise.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Longitudinal data analysis methods such as multilevel modeling, panel data analysis, recent developments in DID for staggered timing, or CITS.
• Conducting Monte Carlo simulations using R or Stata.
• Developing R/Stata packages and/or R Shiny Apps.
• Cleaning, managing, and analyzing large-scale longitudinal data using Stata, R, or SAS.
• Causal inference, experimental/quasi‑experimental design and analysis.
• Missing data analysis for longitudinal or multilevel studies.

Instructions to Applicants:  (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). and reference requisition #533741. For questions, contact Human Resources at 352‑392‑2477.

Applicants must submit the following materials:

• A cover letter addressing the required qualifications and preferred start date.
• A current CV.
• Contact information for three references.
• One or two examples of scholarly writing.

Review of applications for Spring 2025 or earlier will begin immediately; review for Summer or Fall 2025 start will begin February 3, 2025. Positions remain open until filled.

Advertised: 31 Oct 2024 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: Open until filled

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.