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Research Scientist
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A Research Scientist is responsible for designing, undertaking and analyzing information from controlled laboratory-based investigations, experiments and trials.
$123,036 / year median in Indiana
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Posting Details Position Details Title Research Scientist Appointment Status Non-Tenure Track Department IU Indiana Institute on Disability and Community Location Bloomington Position Summary The Center on Education and Lifelong Learning ( CELL ), within the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community at Indiana University Bloomington, seeks a Research Scientist to support a growing portfolio of projects focused on educational leadership, inclusive practices, implementation support, systems improvement, and positive outcomes for children and youth across Indiana. This position will play a key role in supporting Indiana's State Personnel Development Grant ( SPDG ), including the CELL School Leadership Initiative ( CSLI ), while also contributing to a broader portfolio of grants, master service agreements, partnerships, and emerging initiatives. The Research Scientist will work collaboratively with CELL staff, educators, school and district leaders, state agencies, families, and community partners to design, implement, and disseminate research and evaluation activities; contribute to grant development and management; and support the translation of research into practice.
D., or equivalent terminal degree) in education, educational leadership, special education, public administration, organizational leadership, social sciences, implementation science, or a closely related field. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in education, program coordination, leadership development, implementation support, systems improvement, or a related field. Demonstrated experience designing, conducting, implementing, or supporting research, evaluation, or continuous improvement initiatives. Evidence of scholarly writing, technical reports, presentations, publications, or other professional dissemination activities. Demonstrated ability to collaborate on externally funded projects, grants, contracts, or research initiatives. Department Contact for Questions Questions about the position should be addressed to Director, Pennie Gregory ( pmgregor@iu.edu ).
Basic Qualifications Required Qualifications:
Earned doctorate (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent terminal degree) in education, educational leadership, special education, public administration, organizational leadership, social sciences, implementation science, or a closely related field. Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in education, program coordination, leadership development, implementation support, systems improvement, or a related field. Demonstrated experience designing, conducting, implementing, or supporting research, evaluation, or continuous improvement initiatives. Evidence of scholarly writing, technical reports, presentations, publications, or other professional dissemination activities. Demonstrated ability to collaborate on externally funded projects, grants, contracts, or research initiatives. Department Contact for Questions Questions about the position should be addressed to Director, Pennie Gregory ( pmgregor@iu.edu ).