Research Assistant
Company: Kansas State University
Location: Altamont
Posted on: January 28, 2023
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Job Description:
Research Assistant
Department: 3670055010 Health & Human Sciences Dean
Job no: 514523
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Other
Worksite: Hybrid and/or Remote eligible (must reside in US)
Categories: Research / Scientific / Grants, Child Development
Pay Grade: 06B
About This Role:
The Kansas Institute for Early Childhood Education and Research
(KIECER) and Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities (KCCTO)
teams, within the College of Health and Human Sciences, are looking
to hire a Research Assistant who will work on a statewide project
in the area of childcare and early education. This position will
join a cadre of staff and have responsibility for project
activities associated with the early childhood education workforce.
Additional responsibilities include the contribution to, and
dissemination of, materials specific to evidence-based practices in
childcare and early education. This position will report to the
KIECER Director.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
The expertise of individuals may be in the area of early care and
education of young children (i.e., psychology, human development,
and family science) and/or instructional technology/computer
sciences with an introductory knowledge of data collection, data
synthesis, and analysis.
Travel may be required as it relates to attendance at educational
events for personal skill and professional development. Staff may
also be required to attend meetings to represent the project.
Why Join Us:
Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities, Inc. (KCCTO) is a
state-wide training office dedicated to providing quality,
accessible, professional development opportunities to family
childcare providers, childcare center staff, and other early
education professionals throughout Kansas. KCCTO is a sponsored
project of Kansas State University and the College of Health and
Human Sciences. The mission of KCCTO is to ensure high-quality
early education and care through professional development and
support for those who work with and on behalf of young children.
KCCTO is the current contracted agency by the Kansas Department for
Children and Families (DCF) for the Early Childhood Workforce
Development Project and the Infant Toddler Specialist Network
(ITSN).
The Kansas Institute for Early Childhood Education and Research
(KIECER) is a partnership between the Division for Student Life and
the College of Health and Human Sciences. The Institute is housed
in the Department of Applied Human Sciences at Kansas State
University. The mission of KIECER is to elevate and influence
practice, an equitable workforce, and family systems through
collaborative efforts to advance the science of early childhood
education and development. The work of the Institute falls within
three main areas: workforce development, research and outreach, and
engagement.
The College of Health and Human Sciences is home to six academic
departments (Applied Human Sciences; Food, Nutrition, Dietetics &
Health, Hospitality Management; Interior Design and Fashion
Studies; Personal Financial Planning; and Kinesiology), the Center
on Aging, and the Physician Assistant Program. In addition, the
college serves as a satellite location for the WSU nursing program.
The College enrolls roughly 2,700 students (graduate and
undergraduate) and employs over 100 full-time faculty members in
teaching, research, and Extension positions
(https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/). The College is committed to
promoting research, scholarship, creative activity, and discovery
with a strategic and cohesive focus on health and human
behavior.
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package
that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans,
and paid time off (vacation, sick, and holidays). To see what
benefits are available, please visit
https://www.k-state.edu/hsc/benefits.
We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The
university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial
environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students,
and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles
of Community.
Worksite Options:
This position may be eligible for a hybrid and/or remote worksite.
Work may be performed on employer premises, designated assignment
location, and/or performed fully in a remote capacity. An employee
who is working remotely must reside within the United States in
order to comply with all federal and state laws, filings, or tax
requirements.
What You'll Need to Succeed:
Minimum Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Other Requirements:
How to Apply:
Please submit the following documents:
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until the position is filled.
For more information, please contact the search committee chair,
Dr. Jennifer Francois, at jfrancois@ksu.edu with the subject line
Research Assistant Search.
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:
$26.44 - $29.33/hour
Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender
identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a
protected veteran.
Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State
University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the
process of considering your candidacy as an employee.
Advertised: Jan 23, 2023 Central Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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