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Research Project Support Specialist
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We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Research Project Support Specialist to join our team at Penn State University. The successful candidate will assist with policy work related to Veterans in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and evaluation support work for the Technical Assistance (TA) team.
Responsibilities:- Analyze and synthesize research and data across various disciplines and present findings in written reports and presentations.
- Connect policy-related research to evidence-informed strategies that support veterans.
- Collaborate effectively with internal staff members and external members of a research team to propose solutions and strategies to challenges.
- Develop data visualizations for use in project reports and presentations.
- Conduct assessments and determine program readiness for evaluation.
- Identify metrics to measure and coordinate data collection with stakeholders.
- Compose literature reviews, military personnel communications, and briefing reports.
- Create presentations as needed.
- Create resources for complex research projects, data collection, and data management.
- Develop, 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.
- Bachelor's Degree in a Social Sciences-related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
- Excellent written communication skills with the ability to write for various audiences.
- Experience with data visualization tools.
- Knowledge of program evaluation.
- Expertise in Office products, especially Excel.
- 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.
- Ability to be available during standard operations hours and as needed by project partners.
- Master's degree in a Social Sciences-related field.
- Experience with academic writing and program evaluation.
- Knowledge of military culture and military families or a military background.
This position offers a flexible work arrangement and can operate remotely or in a hybrid model. However, the position requires occasional travel within the state of Pennsylvania.
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.
Interested applicants must complete the Penn State application process and submit a cover letter, and a resume, or a CV. Review of applications will begin immediately.
Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays.
