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Research Assistant Opening

The Center for Social Organization of Schools,

Johns Hopkins University

Baltimore, MD

Starting Summer 2008

What is the Johns Hopkins University Center for Social Organization of Schools?

The Center for Social Organization of Schools is an academic department at Johns Hopkins.  It has a proud history that goes back to James Coleman and the team of researchers who produced the landmark Equality of Educational Opportunity report (1966).  The Center brings together cutting-edge research and development in education, with a focus on traditionally underserved students.  Current research projects address the high school dropout crisis, instructional strategies in Algebra 1 and adolescent literacy curricula, and high school organization.  The Center is also deeply involved in comprehensive school reform and continues to refine the curricula and technical assistance it offers through the Talent Development Middle Schools and Talent Development High Schools programs.

Job Responsibilities

The Research Assistant will work closely with Ph.D.-level research scientists on dynamic new initiatives to improve high school and college graduation rates for traditionally underserved youth.  Two major substantive areas of work will be:

• Longitudinal studies at the district and state level that examine predictors of student success in high school and/or postsecondary education
• Analyses of data from randomized control trials of college-preparatory coursework for underserved youth

Specific responsibilities include: conducting literature searches; managing and manipulating large, complex data sets; analyzing quantitative data from surveys and administrative records; preparing reports and memos; creating graphs and tables; supervising work-study students as needed.

Job Qualifications

• At least a bachelor's degree in the social sciences, statistics, or education policy/leadership.  A master's degree or some graduate coursework preferred
• Knowledge of statistical software and data base programs (SPSS/Stata/SAS and Excel)
• Demonstrated ability to construct and manage large databases, clean and analyze data, and construct tables and figures
• Strong writing skills
• Excellent work attitude and work habits including reliability, excellent communication skills, and the ability to think and work independently.
• Knowledge of GIS (mapping) software a plus

Apply online at (use job number 33704):

https://hrnt.jhu.edu/jhujobs/index.cfm?CFID=2066547&CFTOKEN=64814874

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-City of New York
-Ogilvy Public Relations Worldwide
-GfK Custom Research, North America

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Technical Research Analyst
Low-Wage Workers and Communities

MDRC is seeking a Technical Research Analyst to join researchers engaged in examining outcomes of a large-scale urban development/economic revitalization effort in Chicago. The new staff
member will work mainly in our Low-Wage Workers and Communities policy area. The position is based in MDRC's New York office.

The position provides the successful candidate an opportunity to work as part of multi-disciplinary team under the guidance and supervision of leading policy analysts. The Research Analyst will develop and implement data management protocols and analyze, write, and assist in the dissemination of results to policymakers, practitioners, and social scientists.

Responsibilities:
The main responsibility will be to collect, process, manage, and analyze a variety of quantitative data collected for community-based research. Key responsibilities include:
-Data collection and management.
-SAS programming to structure data files, perform data-cleaning operations, and perform various forms of statistical analyses.
-Writing technical memos documenting data processing decisions and summarizing the quality of data.
-Running statistical models to identify the impacts of social programs.
-Contributing technical/analytical sections to reports.

Qualifications:
BA/BS or master's degree in urban planning, geography, statistics, economics, public policy, sociology, or a related field preferred. A good understanding of quantitative research methods and experience applying quantitative methods. Strong data management experience is highly desired. Experience processing and analyzing data, especially neighborhood/community-relevant data — home sales, mortgage data, Census, crime records, etc. Knowledge of SAS. Experience with Microsoft Office products (especially Word and Excel). Experience/familiarity with spatial analysis tools (ESRI GIS products preferred) is a plus. Strong technical documentation skills. Excellent attention to detail. Excellent interpersonal skills.

To apply:
Please mail, fax, or email resume, cover letter, the names of three
references, and writing sample to:

Human Resources Department
[8002-14] LWWC Research Assistant/Analyst
MDRC
16 East 34th Street
New York, NY  10016
Fax: 212-532-8453
Email:  jobs@mdrc.org

If you have any questions, feel free to contact Tatiana Homonoff at
tatiana.homonoff@mdrc.org.

Assistant Director - STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR SURVEY RESEARCH

Stony Brook University’s Academic Survey Research Center seeks full-time
Assistant Director.

Responsibilities:
Oversee operation of Survey Research Lab and projects. Manage personnel, write questionnaires and reports, and generate revenue.

Required:
Master’s degree in the social sciences or a related field to ensure familiarity with statistics, data analysis, social science report writing, and the importance of sampling and quality control
at all stages of the survey process. At least five years of full-time related professional-level experience to include survey research.
In addition to a formal understanding of statistics, sampling, and the survey
process, the incumbent must know how a CATI software program operates, the
ways in which to ensure a high response rate, typical problems encountered in the day-to-day running of a survey lab, the timing of survey projects, and their costs. Strong PC skills (Word/Excel) are essential as is supervisory experience.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience. For full position description or to apply online visit www.stonybrook.edu/jobs
(Ref# WC-S-4922-08-04-S)
or fax résumé and cover letter to (631) 632-1538,
or mail to: Carol Davies, Office and Fiscal Manager, Center for Survey
Research, S-758 Social and Behavioral Sciences, Stony Brook University,
Stony Brook, NY 11794-4392

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For further information
regarding the Center for Survey Research please visit:
www.sunysb.edu/surveys/

Associate Team Executive
Quantitative Services Group, BioVid Corporation, Princeton, NJ

About the Role:
-Manage/Coordinate project team: Operations, Strategic Analytics and associates/interns, and guide team/department progress against work flow plans
-Develop questionnaires and other project materials under supervision of Team Executive
-Analyze data, supervision of field, coordinate process with Strategic Analytics, develop analysis plan, tab plan, ensure data quality control, ensure development of graphics plan
-Report writing, preparation and some direct client presentations (at Sr. ATE levels)
-Proposal writing – assist with proposal, sales materials
-Some domestic and international travel may be expected as well
-This and all other duties as needed

Report to: Team Executive

Requirements:
Education: Bachelor Degree (Masters or Ph.D. preferred)
Experience: 5+ year’s industry experience or equivalent in academic setting;
experience working with multivariate data, including basic SPSS or SAS
skills; familiarity with medicine or pharmaceuticals is a major plus.

Who We Are:
BioVid provides primary market research services to pharmaceutical,
biotechnology, medical device, and diagnostics firms, worldwide.
Our qualitative and quantitative research initiatives, considered among the
best in our industry, are custom designed to address specific client and project objectives.

Our people are our greatest competitive advantage. Driven by experience,
expertise, and unique perspectives, our mix of talent and philosophy enables
BioVid to provide strategic guidance and real-world information that helps
clients improve not only their brand but also their individual professional
performance.

Since our inception in 1998, BioVid has succeeded in hiring research
professionals with exceptional proficiency in the field of market research.
Our researchers are passionate about the work we do.

If you're interested email our alum who's working there to have your resume sent internally. She's also happy to answer any questions you have. Contact Christy (Program Coordinator) for her email. You can also apply directly online.

" I think QMSSers would fit in very well."-Olivia

American Education Finance Association
Illinois State Board of Education
Budget Analyst Position

Springfield, Illinois
  
BUDGET ANALYST, SENIOR:  Inventory #1281 - Center for Fiscal Support Services: Budget & Financial Management Division - Springfield Office

MONTHLY SALARY: Exempt position. Salary commensurate with education and experience.

DUTIES:

Performs complex calculations for General State Aid using SAS software. Provides
information on General State Aid to agency management, the Governor's Office, legislators and their staffs, and school districts.

Assists in the development of final General State Aid calculation. Designs, implements and maintains computer programs and models for General State Aid and other state programs as assigned. Assists in the development of budget scenarios for the agency personal services budget, including developing computer models to assist with labor negotiations.

Communicates, both orally and in writing, with legislators and legislative staff, including attending Appropriation Committee hearings and other committee hearings and, as needed, testifying on matters related to General State Aid. Communicates with school district personnel on matters related to General State Aid.

Reviews legislation and drafts fiscal notes.

Conducts research on the General State Aid formula, property tax issues, and other issues as assigned.

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Master's Degree required. Master's Degree in the areas of School Finance, Computer
Science, or Statistics preferred. (OFFICIAL/ORIGINALTRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED)

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Previous work or education related experience with SAS, data analysis and
presentations
required.

Experience with the budget and legislative process of Illinois state government
and with the Illinois State Board of Education strongly preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILLS REQUIRED:

Demonstrated skills in SAS, Excel, Word and PowerPoint required.

Ability to understand and manipulate complex data sets required.

Knowledge of school finance, Illinois tax laws and their impact on General
State Aid, and the budget and legislative process of Illinois government strongly
preferred.

THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

To view official posting and to download an application, please visit our website
at www.isbe.net

AECOM International Development Inc. (AECOM) is a global development firm
dedicated to improving living standards in transitional countries. AECOM
works in the areas of democracy and governance, crisis response and
stabilization, economic growth, environment and regional development,
industrial and commercial area development, and infrastructure. Three
vacancies below. Others are listed at www.developmentex.com

Position: Program Analyst/Information Officer
Location: Khartoum, Sudan

Responsibilities: The PA/IO will ensure that design, monitoring, evaluation,
and reporting are taking place from a political transition perspective and
are being captured in documentation and reports at all stages of the
program. The PA/IO serves three primary functions: advising on the political
relevance of program activities, coordinating the monitoring and evaluation
efforts (everyone is responsible for contributing to M&E), and managing the
program's information, communication and outreach efforts.

Qualifications – Candidates must have a minimum of three years demonstrated
experience in the analyzing and reporting on program impact and
implementation.  S/he must also have experience in political analysis.
Those with experience in political journalism, or other related fields, may
be appropriate.  S/he must be a native English speaker (or have a TOEFL iBT
score of 100 or equivalent) and be able to demonstrate (through writing
samples) excellent writing skills. A minimum of one to two years experience
with editing and writing documents for proposals and/or reports will be
advantageous. Experience developing success stories, press releases, and
grants highly desired. S/he must have strong computer skills, including MS
Office and MS Access. Experience working in the developing world is desired.
Experience in Sudan will be appreciated, as well as knowledge of Arabic.

Position: Regional Program Manager
Duty Station: Kurmuk, Sudan

Position Duration:

8 weeks Short Term Technical Assistance Consultancy with opportunity to
extend for life of program (September 2009) with Employee status.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Regional Program Manager will oversee all of the program and operations
for assigned regional field office and supervise the activity implementation
teams. The incumbent will report to the Deputy Country Director (DCD) for
Programs.

The Survey Research Center at the University of Michigan's Institute for
Social Research has three open survey management positions - Survey
Specialist Intermediate, Survey Specialist Senior, and Survey Director.
These positions are part of Survey Research Operations' (SRO) Project
Design and Management Group (PDMG). PDMG is primarily responsible for
management of data collection projects, which includes working with
research investigators and other clients to define project and sample
design, coordinating all aspects of preproduction and production within
SRO, providing regular progress and cost reports, and documenting all
procedures.

For more than 60 years, the Survey Research Center (SRC) has been a
national and international leader in interdisciplinary social science
research involving the collection or analysis of data from scientific
sample surveys.  SRC is part of the Institute for Social Research (ISR),
and the Survey Research Operations (SRO) is the operations branch of the
SRC.  SRO provides a wide range of services in the areas of survey and
statistical design, data collection and processing, and data analysis.

To apply or to find out more about these positions and the full
description of duties and qualifications, please visit to the University
of Michigan Career website http://www.umich.edu/~jobs/  and reference
the appropriate job posting(s) number using the "detailed search"
option:

18753 -- Survey Specialist Intermediate

18754 -- Survey Specialist Senior

81755 -- Survey Director

from idealist.org
http://www.idealist.org/en/job/275811-38

Research Associate - K-12 Education

Education:                              Master (MA, MSW, etc.)
Location:                                New York, New York, 10016, United States
Posted by:                              MDRC
Job Category:                         Research
Language(s):                           English
Job posted on:                       April 21, 2008
Area of Focus:                         Education and Academia, Research and Science
Type:                                       Full time
Last day to apply:                    June 20, 2008
Last updated:                          April 21, 2008

Description:
MDRC is seeking a Research Associate to join our K-12 Education policy group in the New York office. The successful candidate will contribute to research aimed at improving the education of students in low performing elementary and secondary schools. Our research includes demonstrations and rigorous evaluations of interventions related to early-grade reading curricula, teacher professional development, after-school programs, high school reforms, and district-wide policy initiatives.

Responsibilities:
The position provides the successful candidate an opportunity to:
Work with a multidisciplinary research team to conceptualize and implement rigorous
evaluations of education initiatives. Engage in site recruitment for new studies and serve as a liaison with schools and districts. Collect both qualitative and quantitative data from school records, state databases, surveys, classroom observations, and interviews with participants. Process and analyze data; contribute to various stages of producing reports, proposals, and papers; and assist in the dissemination of results to policymakers, practitioners, and social scientists.

Qualifications:
Prospective candidates should possess the following requisite qualifications:
Demonstrated experience and interest in working with schools, school districts, and/or
education policy. PhD in a social science field or a master.s degree and extensive demonstrated experience in the field of education. Solid understanding of quantitative research methods, as well as knowledge of field research and qualitative research techniques. Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, and meet deadlines. Ability to collaborate and with diverse program teams and external partners. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as analytic ability.
Excellent interpersonal skills. Research design knowledge, project management experience, and facility with SAS are  pluses. Some on-the-job training is provided; salary contingent upon experience.

How to Apply:

Please mail, fax, or email resume, cover letter, the names of three references, and a
writing sample to:

Human Resources Department
K-12 Education Research Associate [8002-10]
MDRC 16 East 34th Street
New York, NY 10016
Fax: 212-532-8453
Email: jobs@mdrc.org

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, MDRC strongly encourages minorities, women, people with disabilities, and Vietnam-era veterans to apply.

from idealist.org

http://www.idealist.org/en/job/275382-56

Research Associate/Sr. Research Associate

Education:                  Master (MA, MSW, etc.)
Location:                    Portland, Oregon, 97239-2998, United States
Posted by:                  CAHMI- Child and Adolescent Health Measurement Initiative
Job Category:            Research
Salary:                        $65,000 - $90,000
Last day to apply:      May 16, 2008
Last updated:             April 18, 2008
Type:                          Full time
Language(s):              English
Job posted on:            April 17, 2008
Area of Focus:            Research and Science



Description:
This position is under the supervision of the Director of the Child and Adolescent Health
Measurement Initiative (CAHMI) and on a project-basis, under supervision of senior-level CAHMI staff. This position will be responsible for the implementation of child health services research and quality improvement projects and project assistance to senior-level CAHMI staff. All work conducted will support the mission, goals and objectives of OHSU, Department of Pediatrics and the School of Medicine, and the CAHMI. Specifically, the position will focus on consumer-based and consumer-centered quality measurement and improvement strategies aiming to improve child/teen health and health care quality.

The position will focus on:

1) design and implementation of consumer-centered quality measures
2) design and implementation of consumer-centered quality improvement strategies with
front-line health care providers and consumers and

3) strategic dissemination of the findings from these activities to inform policies at the national, state, plan, and provider-level. This position will work with various stakeholders, including consumers, health care providers, health plans, State Medicaid agencies and national organizations focused on child healthcare quality. FTE is flexible, between .8 and 1.0

Required Qualifications:

Research Associate:

Masters Degree in public health, health services management, health care policy analysis or related field. Education must have included a course on quality measurement and improvement methods or equivalent.

Sr. Research Associate:

Doctorate degree in relevant field. Further Requirements: Experience and knowledge about quality measurement processes. Includes design, methods for implementation and reporting of the findings. Includes experience designing and/or evaluating the validity, feasibility, reliability and communication of standardized quality measures useful for monitoring and improving health care quality. Includes 3 - 5 years of experience working with a standard statistical software library (e.g. SPSS, SAS, STATA, however the preferred program is SPSS) and ACCESS and application of univariate, bivariate and multi-variate analyses as well as with assisting in the design of data anlaysis protocols.

Preferred Qualifications:

from idealist.org

http://www.idealist.org/en/job/275399-259

A Job Posting from the Analyst Institute:

The Analyst Institute is hiring for several positions. We are looking for people who are analytical, quantitatively-minded, and comfortable with statistical analysis software. The more campaign experience the better, and the more experience with experimentation the better.

The Analyst Institute is a new organization that does cutting edge analytics and evaluation of voter registration, persuasion, and mobilization. We work in close collaboration with major progressive organizations around the country. Some people have described what we are trying to do as "Moneyball for progressive politics."

We will be hiring at the Analyst and Senior Analyst positions. Descriptions.

Any questions, please contact Gina Schwartz: jobs@analystinstitute.org

Interpret is a digital media research company in Santa Monica that specializes in gaming, mobile and home entertainment (DVD) research.  They are looking for a senior researcher in Santa Monica and a junior researcher in New York. This is the job description for the senior position.

Contact either Evan Johnshon at evan.email@gmail.com, or Elaine Coleman (see below), and let them know which position you're applying for.

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is a world renowned organization dedicated to the progressive control and cure of cancer through programs of patient care, research, and education. 

We are currently seeking a Sr. Strategic Analyst who will provide and direct rigorous analysis for major decision processes at the hospital.  This role works directly with the Manager for Strategic Initiatives and the Chief of Strategic Planning and Innovation in evaluation of strategic initiatives using quantitative models and economic theory. The position is also charged with assisting senior management in other decision processes through reports on hospital and industry trends.

This position requires strong mathematical skills including Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling and Regression Analysis as well as strong Statistical Programming (SAS or equivalent) skills.  Experience in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, PowerPoint & Word) as well as Statistical Software (SAS, SPSS, StatTools or equivalent) also required.

A Master’s degree in a decision science field (economics, operations research etc.) is required. A minimum of 5 years of experience in mathematical modeling is also required with at least 2 years of experience in a healthcare related field. Some teaching experience is highly preferred. A strong background in the biological sciences is also preferred.

We offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.mskcc.org/jobs and apply on-line to reference # 014577.  EOE/AA

Trainee Analyst

Analyst

Senior Analyst

Please contact Rachna Narem (nrachna@gmail.com) for application.

Research Analyst (Economic Security)

Washington, DC

AARP is over 39 million members strong - with more joining us everyday -
and we're the "most powerful grassroots organization" around according
to Fortune magazine. If you're ready, here's your chance to take action
and make an impact in Washington, DC.

We are seeking a researcher to conduct public attitude research in
support of AARP economic security programs. Research at AARP serves a
crucial role in the association's policy development, program
evaluation, and educational efforts.  In this role, you will be
responsible for research related to pension reform, the needs of older
employees, and the financial security needs of an aging population.

Requires:

* Master's degree in Social/Behavioral Sciences

* Consummate research and methodological skills as demonstrated by
responsibility for substantial research projects

* Strong written/verbal communication skills and the ability to work in
a team setting.

Qualified candidates are invited to apply on-line at: www.aarpjobs.com
(see Membership). We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values
workplace diversity.

Child Trends has an opening for a Survey Research Analyst responsible
for conducting social science research projects under the general
direction of more senior staff members.  The analyst will assist in the
selection and application of various data collection techniques;
development of data collection instruments and field procedures; and
participate in and oversee data collection and analysis and writing
results.

Typical Duties and Responsibilities:

*        Works independently and conducts all phases of data collection
including: development of questionnaires, instruments or protocols; item
development and testing; sample design and management; recruitment and
screening of participants; training of junior project members; field
procedures; data quality; etc.

*        Familiarity with various interview and data collection
techniques such as standardized interviewing; qualitative
semi-structured interviews; site visits; cognitive interviewing; focus
groups; and observational data collection.

*        Ability to analyze and interpret data and identify patterns from
data collected through surveys, qualitative interviews, observational
data, cognitive interviews and focus groups.

*        Uses SAS, Stata and other statistical software to manage and
manipulate quantitative data sets; including variable creation, data
cleaning and recoding, and translating data from one program to another.

*        Analyzes qualitative data.  Familiarity with qualitative
software packages. Supervises coding of observational data.

*        Prepares statistical and qualitative reports and presentations.

*        Supervises and assigns work to research assistants and support
staff.  May train interviewers or data users.

*        Act as liaison with data collection subcontractors.

*        Develop IRB materials and oversee data security and
confidentiality procedures.

*        Performs other related duties as required.

*        Some travel may be required.

Qualifications:

*         Masters degree, or BA degree plus 3-5 year's experience in
appropriate discipline such as Survey Methods; Sociology; Cognitive or
Developmental Psychology, Demography.

*         Demonstrated proficiency in and experience with quantitative
and qualitative research methods.

*         Two to three year's work experience with data collection
techniques and analysis.

*         Proficiency with SAS, SPSS and/or Stata and Qualitative data
analysis software packages.

*         Proven organizational and project and time management skills.

*         Excellent oral and written communication skills.

*         Experience with large complex data sets a plus.

How to Apply:
Please upload your resume with a cover letter, salary requirements,
transcripts, writing sample, and list of three professional references
at <http://resumes.childtrends.org> http://resumes.childtrends.org
referencing "Survey Research Analyst" in the cover letter.
Alternatively, please email your application to hr@childtrends.org with
Survey Research Analyst in the subject line, or mail it to:  HR Manager,
Child Trends, 4301 Connecticut Ave., NW, Suite 350, Washington, DC
20008.  NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE!   Child Trends is an Equal Opportunity
and Affirmative Action Employer.

Project Manager

Opinion Dynamics is looking for a project manager to join its public
policy team.  The public policy team, based in Waltham, MA provides
customized research and consulting services to a diversified client base
in the private, public and non-profit sectors.  Specific areas in which
we concentrate include: public relations and issue management; ballot
campaigns; health care; membership associations; environmental issues;
media campaign planning and evaluation; and education.

The ideal candidate is an experienced market research professional with
strong quantitative and qualitative skills, with experience managing
projects from initiation to completion, and who can effectively work to
exceed client expectations.

This position requires experience designing survey instruments,
analyzing survey results, preparing presentations, and writing
action-oriented reports.  Experience conducting focus groups and
in-depth interviews is strongly desired.  Strong writing and analytic
skills are a necessity.

The ideal candidate will posses a master's degree and a minimum of four
years work experience in market research.  An established business base
or a specialty in which to develop new business would be a big plus for
candidates for this position.

Some travel is likely to be required.

Opinion Dynamics offers competitive salaries and a bonus structure,
along with a matching 401(k) plan.

Please send resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:

Opinion Dynamics Corporation

230 Third Avenue, Waltham, MA 02451. Attn: Project Manager

Or via email: jobs@opiniondynamics.com

S O C I A L   I N S U R A N C E   R E S E A R C H   N E T W O R K
PROFESSIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS and JOB OPENINGS

March 24, 2008

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AARP, Washington, DC
Strategic Policy Advisor-Economic Security

AARP is over 39 million members strong - with more joining
us everyday - and we're the "most powerful grassroots
organization" around according to Fortune magazine. If
you're ready, here's your chance to take action and make an
impact in Washington, DC.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

- Identify policy challenges and solutions in the area of Social Security (the Old Age, Survivors and Disability Insurance programs) and related retirement security issues.

- Develop policy options and reform strategies to enable AARP to promote social change.

- Critique legislative and regulatory proposals, provide objective policy analysis to inform AARP's public outreach and advocacy efforts, and serve as an expert resource to AARP staff and volunteer leaders, as well as to opinion leaders and policymakers outside AARP.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

- Advanced degree in Public Policy, Economics or other Social Sciences, Law, or a related discipline.

- 8 years of related experience.

- Knowledge of the Social Security Program and appropriate empirical research methodologies.

- Completion of a Doctorate degree preferred.

- Knowledge of relevant data sets and experience in modeling the costs and impact of Social Security reform proposals preferred.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Please apply online at:
http://www.aarpjobs.com
(see Policy and Strategy)
or contact:

CONTACT:       Carmel Bender
Email:         MAILTO:cbender@aarp.org

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity.

This came in via email from Beth Hall, therecruiting manager for research staff services of Harvard Business School.

Harvard Business School seeks Research Associates to partner with faculty members on
significant research initiatives requiring strong quantitative analysis skills using SAS
and/or Stata statistical package. Research may involve development of datasets,
sophisticated analysis, often using large datasets and multiple variables and advanced
programming; exact responsibilities will vary depending on faculty's research agenda.
Candidates possessing strong quantitative analysis skills and experience should apply,
and will be contacted with more details if a match is determined.

Research Associates have the potential to work with HBS faculty on a variety of research
projects and may develop intellectual property for HBS in many ways. Research products
are most often journal articles, working papers, HBS cases and teaching notes, and books.
Duties will include gathering/analyzing data.

NOTE: These may be full-time or part-time term appointment, beginning July 1, 2008
through June 30, 2009 with possibility for reappointment. Part-time positions may be
combined to create a full-time engagement.

BA/BS required; demonstrated advanced experience in quantitative research using SAS
and/or Stata statistical package.

Additional requirements: Outstanding academic record; research, analysis, communication,
organizational skills a must. Candidates should be prepared to submit coding sample and
official transcripts.
Please apply on-line at: http://jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/summ_req?in_post_id=37311

Job Posting: Project Coordinator I / Data Manager

Columbia University’s National Center for Disaster Preparedness
722 West 168th Street, Room 1014
New York, NY 10032

Columbia University’s National Center for Disaster Preparedness (NCDP), in the
Mailman School of Public Health, is seeking a Project Coordinator / Data Manager to
work in its research division. The NCDP is a CDC-funded Center for Public Health
Preparedness, involved in such research projects as a longitudinal cohort study of
Katrina-impacted populations in the Gulf Coast, measuring and mapping social
vulnerability, and national surveys of citizen preparedness. The successful candidate for
this position will be involved in a number of data-oriented tasks, and will be expected to
manage survey research data, program data tracking and computer-assisted interview
systems, develop quality assurance protocols, tabulate research data results, conduct
detailed literature reviews, and assist in research proposal development and journal article
writing. Qualified applicants should have a Masters of Public Health or equivalent
degree, familiarity with methods and tools of social science research, knowledge of
statistical programs such as Stata, knowledge of Computer Assisted Personal Interview
software, experience with hierarchical databases, and experience with field-based survey
research studies. The successful candidate should also have experience and interest in
disaster research and social vulnerability research. NCDP is looking to fill this position
immediately. Interested candidates can apply at Columbia University’s web site,
www.columbia.edu, clicking on “Jobs” and searching for requisition number 052808.

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