TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - CIRCLE

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - CIRCLE

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - CIRCLE

in Lubbock, TX

Type:
Full-Time

Salary: $48,000 - $78,400 per year

Posted:
Today

Category:
Higher Education

TTU Post Doctoral Research Associate - CIRCLE

Lubbock

45512

EDUC Administration General

Position Description

Performs specialized Post Doctoral work in the planning, conducting and/orsupervision of original research. Responsible for participating in a research project associated with PhD studies and the interpretation of the results ofpublication. Work is performed under supervision of graduate faculty members with evaluation based on accomplishment of assigned objectives and overalleffectiveness of project. May supervise research and student assistants.

About the University

Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve theneeds of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of morethan 42,000 students.

Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public artcollections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and adistinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students withthe skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built onthe values of West Texas - hard work, grit and authenticity - the universitygraduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities andwell-positioned to succeed in the world.

Texas Tech is committed to achievingresearch and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the memberinstitutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than
100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking aworld-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of theRed Raider family.

About the Department and/or College

Major/Essential Functions

Collaborate, design, and publish research on: (1) teacher labor markets, (2) postsecondary and workforce trajectories for historically marginalized students,(3) school finance and funding formula reforms, and/or (4) school choicepolicy.

Support or lead program evaluation related to community-engaged research projects.

Develop grant proposals related to the topics mentioned above.

Required Qualifications

PhD in area of project specialization. Knowledge of modern research practices, the methods, resources, and standards thereof. Ability to organizework effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. Ability to integrate resources, policies, and information for thedetermination of procedures, solutions and other outcomes. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with other employees and the public.

Ability to plan and allocate the workload of employees, providing directtraining and supervision as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

A track record of publication, or evidence of strong peer-reviewedpublication potential.

Evidence of research collaborations involving practitioners or other relevanteducational stakeholders.

Evidence of an education policy-oriented research agenda with an interest inworking both collaboratively and independently.

Pay Range

8 - $48,000 - $63,700 - $78,400

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.