Research Associate/Post-Doc Data Analyst
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Portland State University
## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Psychology Department serves approximately 1200 undergraduate majors and offers classes of interest to undergraduate students from across campus. In addition to 18 full-time faculty, the department works with a cadre of about 20-25 talented and dedicated adjunct part-time faculty, many of whom have taught for the department for years.
Portland State University, with its 49-acre downtown campus, is a comprehensive public university enrolling 26,000 students. PSU seeks to meet the needs of its increasingly diverse population through its curriculum, research, and community service activities. PSU's mission is to provide access through the life span to a quality liberal education for undergraduates and an appropriate array of professional and graduate programs.
## Position Summary
The SERVe Project (Study for Employment Retention of Veterans) at Portland State University (PSU), under the direction of Dr. Leslie Hammer, is seeking a Ph.D. level researcher for a two year appointment (February 2015-February 2017). SERVe is a 5-year grant funded by the Department of Defense; this appointment would be for years 3 and 4 of the grant. SERVe's goal is to improve the health and well-being of veterans and their families, and to increase job retention of veterans in the workforce by training supervisors to better support their employed service members. This individual will bear primary responsibility for data management and analysis, as well as writing results for grant-related papers, presentations and manuscripts.
## Minimum Qualifications
PhD in the social sciences or public health; Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Power Point and Word, and SPSS or SAS.
Strong organizational skills needed to manage a complex project with multiple activities and stakeholders.
Demonstrated academic writing and presentation experience.
## Preferred Qualifications
Research knowledge and experience in the substantive area of military psychology
Research knowledge and experience in the substantive area of work and family
Background in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and/or Occupational Health Psychology
Experience with multilevel or mixed effects modeling very desirable.
Preference given to those with demonstrated research experience in the work-family area, as well as Industrial/Organizational Psychology and/or Occupational Health Psychology more generally.
Strong quantitative skills.
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
## Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $54,924 and $57,600 dependent upon qualifications and experience with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependant at any of the Oregon University System schools.
## Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and full contact information of three references. Apply by submitting your application to our online system, . Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2015 and the position will remain open until filled. For more information about the position, please contact Hiring Manager, Dr. Krista Brockwood .
Proposed Start Date: 02/02/2015
Rank: J - Research Associate
Working Title: Research Associate/Post-Doc Data Analyst
Representation: AU - AAUP (PSU only)
Renewable: Renewable
Position FTE: 1.0
Term of Service: 12 month - Annual
Tenure Status: F - Fixed Term
Primary Activity: R - Research
Annual Salary: $54,924 - $57,600
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?: No
Background Check Required: Yes
Projected Close Date for Posting: Open Until Filled
Accept References: Yes
Minimum Number of References: 3
Maximum Number of References: 3Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Portland State University
## Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
The Psychology Department serves approximately 1200 undergraduate majors and offers classes of interest to undergraduate students from across campus. In addition to 18 full-time faculty, the department works with a cadre of about 20-25 talented and dedicated adjunct part-time faculty, many of whom have taught for the department for years.
Portland State University, with its 49-acre downtown campus, is a comprehensive public university enrolling 26,000 students. PSU seeks to meet the needs of its increasingly diverse population through its curriculum, research, and community service activities. PSU's mission is to provide access through the life span to a quality liberal education for undergraduates and an appropriate array of professional and graduate programs.
## Position Summary
The SERVe Project (Study for Employment Retention of Veterans) at Portland State University (PSU), under the direction of Dr. Leslie Hammer, is seeking a Ph.D. level researcher for a two year appointment (February 2015-February 2017). SERVe is a 5-year grant funded by the Department of Defense; this appointment would be for years 3 and 4 of the grant. SERVe's goal is to improve the health and well-being of veterans and their families, and to increase job retention of veterans in the workforce by training supervisors to better support their employed service members. This individual will bear primary responsibility for data management and analysis, as well as writing results for grant-related papers, presentations and manuscripts.
## Minimum Qualifications
PhD in the social sciences or public health; Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Access, Power Point and Word, and SPSS or SAS.
Strong organizational skills needed to manage a complex project with multiple activities and stakeholders.
Demonstrated academic writing and presentation experience.
## Preferred Qualifications
Research knowledge and experience in the substantive area of military psychology
Research knowledge and experience in the substantive area of work and family
Background in Industrial/Organizational Psychology and/or Occupational Health Psychology
Experience with multilevel or mixed effects modeling very desirable.
Preference given to those with demonstrated research experience in the work-family area, as well as Industrial/Organizational Psychology and/or Occupational Health Psychology more generally.
Strong quantitative skills.
## Key Cultural Competencies
Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
Adheres to all PSU's policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
## Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
The starting annual salary rate for this position will be between $54,924 and $57,600 dependent upon qualifications and experience with an excellent benefits package including 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependant at any of the Oregon University System schools.
## Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)
Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and full contact information of three references. Apply by submitting your application to our online system, . Review of applications will begin on January 2, 2015 and the position will remain open until filled. For more information about the position, please contact Hiring Manager, Dr. Krista Brockwood .
Proposed Start Date: 02/02/2015
Rank: J - Research Associate
Working Title: Research Associate/Post-Doc Data Analyst
Representation: AU - AAUP (PSU only)
Renewable: Renewable
Position FTE: 1.0
Term of Service: 12 month - Annual
Tenure Status: F - Fixed Term
Primary Activity: R - Research
Annual Salary: $54,924 - $57,600
Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?: No
Background Check Required: Yes
Projected Close Date for Posting: Open Until Filled
Accept References: Yes
Minimum Number of References: 3
Maximum Number of References: 3Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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