Apply now Job no: 863649 Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff Major Administrative Unit / College: College Of Education Department: Education Policy Center 10014017 Sub Area: FAS- Fac./Acad Staff Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Education/Training, Research/Scientific, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly
Position SummaryThe Education Policy Innovation Collaborative (EPIC) at Michigan State University (MSU) is seeking a research specialist to join EPIC leadership to work on externally-funded multi-year projects. EPIC is a policy lab located within the College of Education. EPIC partners with state and school district leaders to produce rigorous and objective multi-method research with consequence that strengthens evidence-based decision-making for practice and policy in Michigan, with implications for historically and currently underserved students throughout the country.
The research specialist will join the EPIC team in a leadership role to work on one or more externally-funded EPIC research projects. Duties for the research specialist will include some or all of the following:
The research specialist will oversee postdoctoral and staff researchers, as well as doctoral students and at EPIC to ensure all research products are timely. We are seeking a person who is excited to be a member of a dynamic and motivated group, and who is driven by a desire to produce both rigorous and policy-relevant research aimed at driving improvements for Michigan students.
The position, which includes benefits, is fixed-term, annual, 100% time beginning as soon as July 15, 2023 with the potential for renewals in the College of Education.
Michigan State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Michigan State University is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required DegreeDoctorate - education, public policy, economics
Minimum RequirementsInterested candidates should send: 1) a letter of application stating qualifications for and reasons for interest in this position; 2) current resume or curriculum vitae; and 3) the names and contact information for three references. We will review applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Special InstructionsApplicants must apply online at: https:// jobs.msu.edu. Questions can be directed to Emily Mohr at [email protected].
Review of Applications Begins On06/01/2023
Remote Work StatementMSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Websitehttps: // www. educ.msu.edu/
MSU StatementMichigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
Advertised: May 15, 2023 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: May 15, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time