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Associate Director of Research, National Institute for StudentSuccess
The National Institute for Student Success (NISS)
Georgia State University
The Associate Director of the NISS Incubator is responsible for theplanning, operation and management of new and current research and development project associated with the Institute. The positionwill have accountability over all R&D programs and will work with faculty and staff in the development of new innovations in student success programs and outcomes. Projects will include advancements in chatbot technology, financial intervention, predictive and data analytics, proactive advising, online outreach and engagement, alternative education, student outreach, and other ideations brought to and crafted in the Incubator operation. The position is accountable for ensuring accurate, precise, reproducible, presentable, and publishable works on existing and new technologies and innovations in student success praxis. The scope of responsibility for this position crosses multiple areas of enrollment service programs, with a heavy focus on the overall improvement of retention, progression, and graduation rates, especially amongst student from historically underserved backgrounds.
WHAT MAKES The NISS A GREAT PLACE?
A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaborativelywith diverse partners.
Professional development opportunity and mentorship
A rapidly growing center within an academic setting
HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO
Lead all NISS Research & Development efforts from projectinception to completion/revenue generation; meet or exceed alldeliverables associated with R&D, new product development, andfinancials
Provide project management oversight and technical leadershipas needed for new program development and research projects, and oversee projectactivities and development of new concepts, program proposals, andresearch on student outcomes
Lead NISS-related research projects in the Incubator, includingresponsibility for all documentation relative to contracts,narrative, !RB, data, Intellectual Property, and publications,while following all regulatory, state and university protocols inthe development and submission of all funding applications, patentapplications and grant proposals
Work closely with the Division of Student Success DataAnalytics unit to identify new technologies that will enhance theknowledge base for enrollment services and student success
In conjunction with the Division of Student Success DataAnalytics unit, establish and maintain research and projectcollaborations with NISS and GSU partners, while leading unit staffthrough effective planning, mentoring, directing and coordinationof development activity
Qualifications :
Minimum Hiring Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four years of related experience; or acombination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
PhD is preferred
Demonstrated success leading research, evaluation, or R&Dprojects from inception through completion.
Record of producing high-quality research or evaluation workrelated to student success or organizational impact.
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities ina fast-paced environment.
Experience supporting grant-funded research, evaluation, orprogram development projects.
Experience using data analytics to generate insights and clearlycommunicate findings from complex analyses.
Knowledge of research and evaluation design, with the ability toexecute independent projects.
Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate,precise, and reproducible data products.
Ability to design studies, collect and analyze data, andcontribute to publishable reports or manuscripts.
Experience collaborating across departments or institutions tocompile, analyze, interpret, and report data.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, including theability to prepare and deliver presentations.
Previous supervisory and/or managerial experience
Strong analytical, organizational, and time managementskills
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Worksite address
atlanta, GA, 30383, US
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