Assistant / Associate Project Scientist (Collaborative)

Assistant / Associate Project Scientist (Collaborative)

University of California Los Angeles

Requisition Number: JPF09003

The Department of Education in the School of Education & Information Studies at the University of California, Los Angeles announces an opening for an Assistant/Associate Project Scientist.

The UC-CSU California Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning is a state-supported effort designed to leverage the latest advances in educational research and practice to ensure that PK-12 educators and schools are prepared to address the needs of all students in their classrooms. The goal of the Collaborative is to help future and current educators continue to grow their knowledge and skills needed to meet the diverse needs of students. By leveraging the wealth of expertise across the UC/CSU system and beyond, the UC/CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity, and Learning focuses on sharing and cultivating evidence-based and inclusive teaching practices to reshape how students of all ages in California are taught. As a part of this state-funded initiative, a core activity of the Collaborative involves the development of an online Learning Hub, where the latest research, on-line learning modules specific to evidence based teaching practices, and other resources are available to teachers, researchers, decision makers, and the public.

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under the direction of the Faculty Director of the UC/CSU Collaborative for Neuroscience, Diversity and Learning, the Senior Project Scientist will take a leadership role in the translation of research on whole-child development and individual differences in learning. Drawing on research from diverse disciplines including, but not limited to, developmental science, neuroscience, cognitive science, and education, the Senior Project Scientist will assist with creating the foundation of resources for the Learning Hub which will be used in professional learning and the creation of accessible research summaries.

The Senior Project Scientist will also oversee the design and careful execution of UC/CSU Collaborative research projects related to understanding educator learning. Specifically, working with the Faculty Director the Senior Project Scientist will supervise a team of graduate and undergraduate students, this work will include survey question construction, create focus group and interview protocols, as well as develop and execute complex quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-methods analyses. The Senior Project Scientist will communicate with project staff, PI, and other members of the ED&IS and UCLA community to ensure projects are moving forward and following University policies and procedures.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assisting with translation of research on whole-child development and educational practices that support student development and with the Faculty Director and in consultation with experts.
• Working with experts in teacher education and professional learning to develop research-based modules for a variety of audiences through the UC/CSU Collaborative Learning Hub and assist with their production.
• Working in collaboration with experts from organizations and centers to coordinate the dissemination of related research on the UC/CSU Collaborative Learning Hub.
• Under the supervision of the Faculty Director, assist in identifying future research projects and funding opportunities.
• Collaborate with UC/CSU leadership to develop research summaries and reports reflecting different aspects of whole-child development, which will be presented to the State Legislature, Governor, and State Board of Education, among others.
• Independently prioritizes and completes ongoing tasks following established departmental guidelines and University policies.
• Supervise and provide guidance to graduate student researchers and undergraduate student workers.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ph.D degree in developmental psychology, educational research, neuroscience or a related social research field.
• Experience working on developmental, educational neuroscience, or K-12 education research with knowledge child and youth development.
• Knowledge of data collections processes and procedures.
• Working knowledge of advanced research design and analysis.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of teacher education, educational practice, and/or the structural and organization of schools.
• Experience with research translation for different audiences (e.g., educators, policy makers, parents).
• Experience working on educational research, evaluation and assessment.
• Familiarity with diverse research methods and the contemporary research literature, topics including but not limited to child development, educational neuroscience, special education, educational practice.

Expected Start Date

January 1, 2024

Salary Information

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step at appointment (See Table 37.B). The salary range for this position and target salary range for this position is $71,500 - $107,600.

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit: https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF09003

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status. For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy, see: UC Nondiscrimination & Affirmative Action Policy

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