Research Project Support Specialist

3 days ago

College Station, Texas, United States The Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a highly skilled Research Project Support Specialist to join our team at the Clearinghouse for Military Family Readiness. As a key member of our project team, you will play a crucial role in supporting program evaluation and policy work related to Veterans in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities
  • Assist in the development of evaluation plans, including the creation of evaluation logic models.
  • Participate in site visits to gather data and insights.
  • Conduct assessments to determine program readiness for evaluation.
  • Identify metrics to measure and coordinate data collection with stakeholders.
  • Collaborate with internal staff members and external research team members to propose solutions and strategies to challenges.
  • Collect, manage, and analyze data, presenting findings in written reports and presentations.
  • Develop data visualizations for project reports and presentations.
  • Compose literature reviews, military personnel communications, and briefing reports.
  • Create presentations as needed.
  • Develop resources for complex research projects, data collection, and data management.
  • Design and create documentation for projects, including training manuals, best practices, project documentation, and project reports.
  • Provide information to project managers to assist with the creation of project timelines.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in a Social Sciences-related field and 2+ years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection, management, and analysis.
  • Experience with web-based data collection tools (i.e. Qualtrics).
  • Experience with data visualization tools.
  • Knowledge of program evaluation.
  • Expertise in Office products, especially Excel.
  • Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write for various audiences.
  • Strong verbal communication.
  • Competent in basic project management skills and competencies.
  • Ability to work independently and communicate with a remote team and partners.
  • Proficiency in using technology, web applications, and other tools that promote a successful remote work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in a social sciences-related field.
  • Proficient with data collection and statistical analysis programs (Qualtrics, R, SPSS, NVIVO).
  • Experience with academic writing and program evaluation.
  • Knowledge of military culture and military families or a military background.

This is a limited-term appointment funded for one year from the hire date, with an excellent possibility of renewal. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts and paid holidays.

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