RESEARCH ASSOCIATE (# 090211)

Applications are invited by the Office of Social and Economic Data Analysis (OSEDA), Division of Applied Social Sciences, College of Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, University of Missouri. 

Duties include: collaborating in conducting public policy analysis for the Office of Social and Economic Data Analysis; helping design and manage large-scale data collection and database management activities; conducting longitudinal statistical analyses, including hierarchial linear modeling, to estimate educational growth models; preparing results for presentations, including preparation of tables, charts, graphs and maps; writing research reports, presenting findings; estimate student growth percentiles using advanced regression techniques and safeguard confidential research records. Support policy-relevant research activities.  Engage in collaborative research.

Qualifications:  Earned Doctoral degree in Sociology or related field, and two years quantitative analysis experience; demonstrated ability using statistical systems to estimate growth models; and demonstrated ability conducting and supporting policy-relevant research activities.

Additional information and application details online at:  www.oseda.missouri.edu. Job number 090211 or e-mail kellyc@missouri.edu

The University of Missouri-Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  To request ADA accommodations, please contact our ADA coordinator.  (V/TTY)