Title: Summer Research Associate Location: Penn State University Park Time type: Part time Job Description: APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: - CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. - CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. - If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering in the College of Earth and Mineral Sciences is seeking applicants for Part-Time Research Associate for Summer 2025. Job duties to include: - Participate in developing a systematic literature review of research focused on solar panel recycling technologies. This study will teach the students the skills of synthetic literature review, close reading and annotation, refined search methods, data analysis and display, and support writing towards publication. Compensation: The starting rate for this job is $12.50. BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines

Role Description St. Norbert College (SNC) is seeking a part-time Survey Research Interviewer. This position conducts phone interviews and collects/enters data from interviews on various survey projects, maintaining the quality, quantity, and confidentiality of the data. - Regular shifts are Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM or 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM, remotely or on campus. - Weekend hours are available and usually optional, though they may be required 2-4 weekends per year. - Hours are based on project needs and are typically heavier from June through February. - This position works 16 - 20 hours per week. Specific responsibilities: - Conduct phone interviews to collect information for various research projects. - Contact and ask questions of respondents over the telephone using standardized survey questions. - Meet call center dialing quality and quantity goals. - Maintain strict confidentiality of the information gathered. - Enter data from interviews into the database accurately, meeting quality and quantity goals. - Perform general and administrative office functions. Qualifications - High School Diploma or equivalent. - Experience with interviewing either in person or over the phone is strongly preferred. - Dedicated to working in a mission-driven environment, with a profound respect for and commitment to preserving the rich traditions of Catholicism, Norbertine values, and the liberal arts. - Ability to work independently and efficiently. - Skilled at organizing projects and seeing them through to completion. - Ability to read clearly from a script with a professional telephone manner. - Interpersonal skills, including listening, rapport building, and conflict resolution. - Ability to enter data quickly and accurately into an online system. - Ability to follow up with survey participants to obtain missing data or clarify existing data. - Knowledge of computer programs, especially Google Suite, and the ability to learn upgrades and new programs as needed. - Ability to sit and type for the majority of a shift. - The College may consider any equivalent amount of credentials, licensures, training, or experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties and responsibilities of this job. Application Instructions - Applications will be reviewed upon receipt until the position is filled. Company Description St. Norbert College (SNC) provides an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development. As the only Norbertine institution of higher learning in the world, our roots, traditions, and commitments create a unique and enriching educational experience for our students. - At SNC, our commitment to communio – the Norbertine ideal of a community united as one – is grounded in the principles of dignity, truth, and justice. - St. Norbert is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. - We seek those who will embrace our mission and commitment to building a vibrant, inclusive, and spiritually engaged community.

Role Description ICF seeks a Senior Research Methodologist to expand our research business and support short-term and long-term public health research and evaluation projects. We seek someone who is a thought leader in one or more aspects of research methodology; who is able to roll-up their sleeves and pitch in with day-to-day work; and has deep public health interest and domain expertise – domestically or globally. Our Public Health Practice serves clients such as the CDC, SAMHSA, National Science Foundation, Department of Defense, private and nonprofit organizations, and state governments and focuses on domestic and international public health problems. We have a deep history of designing and leading federal efforts that involve single and multi-site research and evaluation, treatment effectiveness studies, cost effectiveness studies, as well as performance monitoring; and the analysis of primary and extant data to understand relationship, outcome and impact. This position is 100% remote/telecommute. What you’ll be doing: - Design and implement public health studies including leadership over data collection, analysis, and dissemination teams and direct hands-on related work. - Consult/propose large and small methodology decisions for potential, new, and ongoing projects. - Lead and co-author methodology and substantive reports for clients (e.g., writing, editing, and data analysis). - Play a key role in ICF's methodological, analytic, and public health thought leadership by co-authoring or leading conference presentations, conducting original research, authoring and co-authoring proceedings papers, working papers, and peer-reviewed manuscripts. - Design and implement analytic plans, interpret results, and communicate results to varied audiences. - Communicate analytic and methodological concepts to clients and other project team members verbally and in writing. - Provide leadership for the pursuit of new business (contracts, cooperative agreement, grants, etc.), managing all or portions of large and/or complex proposal efforts – depending on nature of the proposal. - Informally mentor and manage staff on any of the tasks above as needed. - Responsible for project leadership, project task management, often in close collaboration with project managers and project directors. - Ability to work as a team and take initiative is a must. Qualifications - Ph.D. in social/behavioral/educational science, public health, health economics or a quantitative statistical or data science field such as sociology, psychology, public health, statistics, epidemiology, health, or biostatistics. - 15+ years experience in research design or administration, applied to public health (domestic or global) interventions and conditions. - Ability to independently conduct and interpret advanced statistical analyses, such as multilevel regression, factor analysis, structural equation modeling, cost benefit, longitudinal modeling, and analyses – as well as mentor others. - Significant writing experience, including client reports, proposals, peer-reviewed papers or other type of thought leadership. - Demonstrated experience conceptualizing and leading research and projects including grants and contracts. - Demonstrated track record of thought or practice leadership such as conference presentations and peer-reviewed articles. - Regular participation in one or more public health or methodological professional organizations. Requirements - Attention to detail, organized, and proactive. - Ability to work with little supervision on a regular basis, and knows when to ask questions. - Ability to manage multiple competing tasks and deadlines, prioritize tasks, and negotiate prioritization. - Exceptional verbal and written communication. - Ability to make decisions on methodological components of projects when presented with minimal input and sometimes under tight timelines. - Ability to drive project progress when there is not dedicated management staff (e.g., for thought leadership, internal projects, and small projects). Submission Materials - Resume. - One writing or work sample, including at least one on which you were a solo or primary author (can include a report, conference presentation or paper, or other similar work demonstrating experience with high level research methods and analysis; Please do not send more than one document). Benefits - ICF is a global advisory and technology services provider, but we’re not your typical consultants. - We combine unmatched expertise with cutting-edge technology to help clients solve their most complex challenges, navigate change, and shape the future. - We can only solve the world's toughest challenges by building a workplace that allows everyone to thrive. - We are an equal opportunity employer. - Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.

Role Description The Research Associate is expected to work on research projects related to higher education policy and social stratification in higher education. The projects will require in-depth experience working with state administrative data and other large-scale education data sets, including: - Cleaning and merging raw data files - A track record producing research findings of interest to policymakers, practitioners, and academic audiences Responsibilities include: - Data cleaning and management - Data analysis and research design - Produce scholarly research, including articles, research reports, and presentations - Project management and organization, including collaborating with the research team and directing the efforts of junior team members - Collaborate on grant writing - Other duties as assigned Qualifications - Ph.D. in Education, Social Sciences, or related field - 3 years of experience working with state administrative data, including cleaning and producing derived data files from raw data files - Research experience using a variety of statistical methods to examine effects of education policy and practices - Strong programming skills in Stata - Experience publishing quantitative research in education and/or social science journals - Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate Requirements - 3+ years of experience using Texas Education Research Center data (state administrative data from Texas) - Demonstrated expertise and/or credentials in statistics and data sciences - Demonstrated expertise in higher education policy Benefits - The university offers an impressive benefits package. For more details on benefits, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards . Required Materials - Resume/CV - 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor - Letter of interest - Example Stata code (do file) for cleaning large-scale administrative data - Writing sample: Example scholarly publication, preferably published in a peer-reviewed education or social science journal