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Education Research Specialist
Location
United States
Posted
10 days ago
Salary
$59.6K - $86.4K / year
Seniority
Mid Level
No structured requirement data.
Job Description
Education Research Specialist
Penn State University
Role Description The education research specialist will support the work of the Education Resource Center at Penn State Greater Allegheny by assisting with the design, implementation, and evaluation of technical assistance programs and professional development activities that support career and technical education in Pennsylvania. This position will provide high-level research and data analysis support in conjunction with other members of ERC staff and the PA Department of Education Bureau of Career and Technical Education, to ensure that projects and programming are high quality and evidence-based. The research specialist will also create case studies, policy briefs, and memos that will advance best practices in career and technical education across Pennsylvania. Qualifications - Prior experience working with state agencies in Pennsylvania to develop policies and strategies to support workforce development and/or education initiatives required - Experience authoring research reports, policy memoranda, briefs, and guidance for government agencies - Experience with quantitative and qualitative data collection and analysis - Experience gathering information from and facilitating groups of diverse stakeholders Requirements - Master's degree (preferred) - Bachelor's Degree - 3+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted - Required Certifications: None - This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. - Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. Benefits - Salary range: $59,580.00 - $86,400.00 - Competitive benefits package designed to support both personal and professional well-being - Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage - Robust retirement plans - Substantial paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick time - Generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children
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